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The lean body mass and the rate of metabolism tend to decrease with age. This, in turn, reduces the capacity of the body to absorb certain minerals and vitamins. Usually, seniors have less appetite and reduced caloric needs; hence, more nutrient requirements. Moreover, their lifestyle habits also differ, which can affect the consumption of foods. Therefore, as a result of reduced physical activity and decreased caloric intake, fewer essential minerals and vitamins get absorbed, leading to certain deficiencies which can be harmful to their overall health. Hence it is important to consume  essential foods for strength,  especially in old age.   Let us now delve a bit deeper into the topic to understand the common deficiency occurring in seniors.   Calcium: Calcium is one of the common deficiencies in older adults. It is necessary for the proper maintenance of bone density. Typically, seniors tend to consume less calcium as compared to the young ones. As a result of thi...

Ear is the organ that ensures your quality of life is ‘sound’ while maintaining ‘balance’ —both metaphorically and literally.   It transforms the sound waves into proper sound and also houses the fluid that balances your body.   Ears - The Structural Marvel   Structurally, the ear is one of the most complex and advanced organs. Consisting of three major parts — external, middle, and inner ear, it is known as the vestibulocochlear organ.     As complex as it is, it also experiences various structural and functional challenges as a person age.   In fact, aging is one of the major causes of hearing loss and about 20% of seniors in India are experiencing hearing issues that are mild to severe levels.   Aging and Hearing Loss   It is not an uncommon scene to see older people placing their palms next to the ear when they want to hear something. This is an involuntary effort from the body to listen and also an indication that something is...

Pink salt, also referred to as Pink Himalayan Salt, is made from the rock crystal of salt mined from areas in close vicinity of the Himalayan foothills. Pink salt or Pink Himalayan salt is chemically similar to table salt and contains up to 98 percent of sodium chloride. The rest, 2 percent, consists of some trace minerals like calcium, potassium, and magnesium. The presence of the minerals gives a slight pinkish tint to the appearance and brings about the difference in taste when compared with the standard table salt. Pink salt comes with a number of health benefits which is exactly why experts recommend the inclusion of the same in the diet for all, especially seniors.   Helps in Detoxification   Pink salt contains minerals and elements including calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, etc., all of which play a significant role in aiding the natural detoxification process of the body. Moreover, pink salt also helps promote the removal of bacteria, thereby helping to mai...

Agree or not, loneliness is an integral part of life. Like many other human emotions and experiences, loneliness greets every person from time to time.   We all are vulnerable to it. It’s just that some people know ways to reduce or avoid it for most of their lives. In the least case scenario, they know how to replace loneliness with a feeling of being alone.   But some people fail to cope with loneliness and crumple. It can happen to any age group, but seniors living alone are prone to it.   Major Life Changes and Loneliness   The life of seniors undergoes significant changes as they cross 60. They get retired, battle with an identity crisis, try hard to keep the family-head position, struggle to get their voice heard and opinions considered.   Besides, social insecurities, growing health issues, and most importantly, facing the loss of a loved one — together makes life harder than ever to deal with.   Not sure about the younger age, but there ...

Sleeping is a significant activity to remain healthy. Sleep disorders in seniors are not part of aging, but they become a common issue for various health reasons. Aches and pains, frequent disturbances, and side effects of aging are a few common reasons for sleep issues in seniors. Excessive Sleep During Day is Just Lack of Sleep During Night Stress, anxiety, poor lifestyle choices, medications, physical health issues, pains, and aches are the common reasons for insomnia in seniors.   Whatever the reasons, people of this time are experiencing extreme sleep-related issues than any other generation.    If you are a senior and getting enough deep sleep during the night, you should consider yourself lucky!   If you are someone who is experiencing average to great sleep every night but daytime drowsiness or tiredness, this blog is for you.   Daytime Drowsiness - The Reasons Behind It   No, we are not talking about the drowsiness after a meal. In ...