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Able to see the oasis on the empty roads and feel the blazing breezes in afternoons? You will feel thirsty all the time and the body will not stop from sweating. The days will be long and the nights are short. These are typical characteristics of the arrival of summer. Another characteristic of summer is the seasonal fruits that are amazingly delicious. Nature knows our bodily needs and maybe this is the reason why we have fruits that work to cool down the body temperature, available during the summer season. Now, all you have to do is trying to listen to your body and its needs.  Here are the best fruits you should devour in order to escape from the sweltering heat during this summer. 1. Mango One could not simply imagine the season of summer without seeing these fruits of deliciousness. Not only they taste heavenly in the mouth but also they contain a plethora of nutrients that help the body in various ways. Rich in vitamins A, C and D, mangoes are also the abun...

Budget 2019 was expected to bring in a slew of benefits for both seniors and healthcare in India. It did bring in a brief respite by increasing the income tax slab for seniors and pensioners.     How Indian budget 2019 benefits seniors?   Yes, senior citizens above 60 years with an income up to Rs 3,00,000 per annum will pay 0% income tax. Elders above 80 need not pay income tax up to Rs.5,00,000 income p.a. category. Senior citizens between 60-80 years should pay 5% tax if their income p.a. is between Rs. 3,00,000 to 5,00,000. This would accrue a savings of Rs. 2575/-. Super Seniors aged 80 and above will pay 5% income tax if their income is between Rs. 5,00,000 to 10,00,000. This will give them a sizeable savings of Rs.7,725/-.   Apart from this, the TDS limit has been increased for senior citizens from bank and post office deposits. The TDS threshold has been increased from Rs.10,000 to 40,000. This means even without submitting Form15G, sen...

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...