Athulya Homecare-Geriatric Home Healthcare

There is an increasing awareness and a conscious effort by the global population these days towards being healthy and fit.  Hence  they are choosing a lot of natural and herbal ingredients and remedies for their well-being and treatments. One of the most popular items used in this context, particularly as a healthy diet for seniors , is coconut water.    As most of us are already aware, coconut water is essentially the clear liquid this is obtained by opening tender green coconut shells. Thanks to its multiple benefits and easy availability in most places, its usage has become a popular trend in recent years. It is also available in tetra packs in many supermarkets and grocery stores due to its high demand and promising benefits. However, this may not be as refreshing as the fresh one.   Coconut Water Nutrition   Coconut water is a low-calorie beverage that does not contain any cholesterol and fat. It contains electrolytes and miner...

Seniors face a number of health issues as they experience changes in the body due to aging. While some of these may not be averted, some of them are. One of the most common problems  encountered by elders is hearing loss which is fortunately preventable. Normally, there is likely to be a gradual hearing loss after the age of sixty-five but certain precautions taken in young age can limit its severity and damage. Age-related hearing los s, w hich is also called Presbycusis, is the decline in the hearing capacity as one grows older. Most often, this condition occurs in both the ears and is likely to affect them equally. Since it occurs very slowly, many adults do not realize its prevalence  until they have lost a substantial amount of hearing capability.   Some of the difficulties caused by hearing loss include-   1. Inability to comprehend and follow the physician’s advice   2. Poor or nil response to sounds, particularly, vehicle sir...