Proper nutrition is vital to healthy aging. Look for these warning signs that you could be headed for trouble, from Home Instead Senior’s “Cooking Under Pressure” public education campaign:

Loss of appetite: If you have always been a hearty eater but no longer eat as you used to, it’s time to find out why. Underlying illness could be the root cause.

Little to no interest in eating out: If you have always loved eating out at a favorite restaurant but no longer are interested, dig deeper to determine the problem.

Vitamin D, Companionship Good for the Heart By Debbie Seplow,CSA from the Home Instead Senior Care office in Greater Phoenix, Arizona Heart disease runs in my mother’s family and since dad died last year, mom just isn’t taking care of herself.  What’s the latest on preventing this common threat? An interesting study from the University [...]

Less Sleep Needed as Seniors Age By Debbie Seplow,CSA from the Home Instead Senior Care office in Greater Phoenix, Arizona I’ve noticed that I’m sleeping less the older I get.  Is this normal?  Since my wife died, I sometimes get a little fearful when I awaken at night.  Is there anything I can do about [...]

While not having many close friends contributes to poorer health for many older adults, those who also feel lonely face even greater health risks. This new study found that older people who are able to adjust to being alone don’t have the same health problems.

This University of Chicago study is the first to examine the relationships between health and the two different types of isolation. Researchers measured the degree to which older adults are socially connected and socially active. They also looked at whether they felt lonely and whether they expect friends and family would help them in times of need.