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Sleep Problems among the Elderly: Tips to Overcome it

Aging is one of the most natural things to happen to us. No matter how healthy or fit we are, we all will age. And as we grow older, we often find it difficult to do things that we have almost always taken for granted. Not being able to sleep properly is one such problem that is widely seen among the elderly. Among all other sleep disorders, the most common is insomnia, that has several medical and psychiatric repercussions.

March 11, 2022

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Sarcopenia

Sarcopenia has become exceedingly common among older people. Almost 10% of adults above 50 are affected by it. Sarcopenia is characterized by muscle loss, that can decrease both the quality of life, as well as life expectancy. However, the good news is that sarcopenia can be prevented and reversed in certain cases.

April 16, 2021

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Old age and health: How inversely proportionate are they?

Figuratively speaking, growing old is inevitable. That each day will add up to make months and years and that each progressing year will add up to an age older than the previous, is unavoidable.

September 29, 2016

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When do we consult a Nutritionist & Dietitian

You’re overweight but healthy.
If you’re technically overweight, but your physician says you’re healthy, the question is: How do you feel about yourself? If you’re happy with the way you look and feel, then don’t call a dietitian. But if you’re not happy with your image in the mirror, consider calling someone who can help you lose weight in a healthy manner.

June 13, 2016

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Health After retirement

Its not a great feeling say at 50 or 60 years of age if our health is poor and millions in assets or bank. What is the fun of not able to travel, enjoy, eat , party if we are struck down with obesity, overweight, cholesterol, blood pressure.

June 13, 2016

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What happens when we Age

Our body changes with aging because changes occur in all parts of the body starting from the smallest constituent of our body, namely the cell, then bones and so on

May 20, 2016

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Vitamin D Deficiency: Is the sun shining enough on you

An increasing emphasis on the hazardous effects of the sun or more specifically, the UV rays of the sun in the last couple of decades has shifted our attention from the beneficial effects of the sun: the ‘Sun Vitamin’ or Vitamin D.

January 21, 2016

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Sleep Problems among the Elderly: Tips to Overcome it

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