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How pancreatic and liver care help people to stay healthy even in old age?

When we think of major organs, we usually think of the kidneys, the heart, the lungs, and the brain. However, we often overlook other vital organs in our bodies, such as the liver and pancreas. According to studies, the liver continues to perform approximately 500 mechanisms to keep our bodies healthy, and the pancreas plays an essential role in the development of enzymes that aid in digestion. Aging may result in health problems. To begin taking care of our bodies, we must first become aware of them. The following section discusses how to support a healthy liver and pancreas for graceful aging. LIVER CARE Managing liver health is not a tedious job. It is simple to achieve by leading a healthy lifestyle. Rather than maintaining a healthy senior diet after being affected, an individual simply needs to eat properly to maintain a good liver even in old age. Anything we consume has an impact on our liver. To live a healthy life, we must take very good care of our liver. The liver mea...

Tips to maintain your pearly whites in your 60s

Our teeth add a sparkle to our radiant smile. Our teeth are the hardest material in our bodies. It aids in the crushing, biting, and grinding of food, the formation of our facial bone structure, and the processing of speech. According to research, tooth loss could be used as an early indicator of mental and physical decline in older people, particularly those aged 60 to 74. As a result, it is critical that we assist our elders in taking care of their pearly whites and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The following are the most common dental issues associated with aging and other factors: ●      Tooth decay Tooth decay is the most commonly encountered problem among elderly people. Tooth decay is defined as damage to the surface or enamel of a tooth. If untreated, tooth decay can lead to pain, infection, and even loss of teeth. ●      Gum recession Gum recession is the wearing away of gums as we age. This occurs when the gum recedes or d...

Why do elders prefer recovering at home?

  Home is where you enjoy living or where you feel most at ease. There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort, Jane Austen once said. We may have overheard an old person say, "I want to rest in my very own home". The good news is that you'll be able to do so with the right assistance. Athulya Homecare is an exclusive geriatric home care service provider in Chennai that offers quality elderly patient care facilities to geriatric persons in the patient's home. Athulya focuses on ensuring proper, healthy, and high-quality care, as well as happy aging in place. Athulya Homecare offers a variety of services at your home at a fair rate, with the highest quality and all safety precautions in place. The services provided by Athulya home healthcare are listed below. Doctor visits at Home For people who find it difficult to visit the doctor's office, Athulya Home Healthcare provides superior medical assistance in the comfort of their own home. Athulya hom...

Understanding the Common Deficiencies in Seniors

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...

Tinnitus in Old Age - Everything You Should Know

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...

Including Pink Salt in Diet

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...