Holistic Wellness

• 3 Senior Budget Travel Hacks

  

  Traveling in your later years can be a rewarding experience, offering both adventure and relaxation. However, many older adults live on a fixed income or are retired, so it’s important to find ways to travel without breaking the bank. Fortunately, several senior budget travel hacks can make your dream vacation affordable.  Best Budget Travel Tips……

  July 14, 2025
• How To Prepare for a Bone Density Test

  

  Bone density scans offer doctors a quick and non-invasive way to gauge bone health. Learn how to prepare for a bone density test so you are ready on the day of your scan.  How Do You Prepare for a Bone Density Test? There is minimal preparation needed before a bone density test. Following a few……

  April 29, 2025
• 4 Leg Strengthening Exercises for Seniors

  

  Healthy, strong legs form a solid foundation for living life to its fullest. However, some older adults put off getting started with this type of exercise. If you have been thinking about increasing your physical activity, take a few minutes to learn about leg strengthening exercises for seniors, why they are important, and what you……

  April 18, 2025
• How Can Older Adults Make Friends? 5 Ways Seniors Are Meeting New People

  

  Socialization is essential for mental health, and it may even offer physical health benefits among older adults. Seniors meeting new people and remaining socially active decreases the likelihood of them developing dementia, obesity, high blood pressure, and other health risks. Continue Reading How Can Older Adults Make Friends? 5 Ways Seniors Are Meeting New People

  March 26, 2025
• How Do Your Nutritional Needs Change Over Time: Guide for Older Adults

  

  As you age, your body’s needs evolve. You may notice decreased muscle mass, reduced flexibility, or memory challenges. These can all affect the amounts and types of nutrients your body needs to function properly. Understanding how nutritional needs change over time is important. From shifting calorie needs to essential vitamins that become harder to absorb,……

  March 4, 2025
• How Much Water Should Seniors Drink?

  

  There is a long-standing suggestion to drink about eight glasses of water each day. However, there is little scientific evidence to support that claim. So, how much water should seniors drink to stay healthy and hydrated? Keep reading to find out. How Much Water Seniors Should Drink To Stay Hydrated There are many different recommendations……

  February 19, 2025
• All About National Senior Independence Month

  

  February is National Senior Independence Month, a chance to support older adults who want to age in place. Learn how you can get involved this year. Continue Reading All About National Senior Independence Month

  January 30, 2025
• Recognizing Glaucoma Awareness Month

  

  January is Glaucoma Awareness Month — a time for screenings, educational seminars, and exploration of resources for individuals affected by the disease. Raising awareness about glaucoma is crucial because early detection can prevent severe vision loss and blindness. What Is Glaucoma Awareness Month?  National Glaucoma Awareness Month is a month-long awareness campaign sponsored by the……

  December 13, 2024
• How To Start Exercising Again as an Older Adult

  

  Getting enough exercise is important for people of every age. Fitness activities can help you boost energy levels, maintain a healthy weight, and feel great about yourself. If you have stopped exercising, it is not too late to get started again. This guide will help you learn how to start exercising again as an older……

  December 9, 2024
• Standing Exercises for Seniors: Benefits and Movements To Try

  

  Movement is essential at every age, and adults over 65 can benefit from incorporating suitable exercises into their daily routine, the same as anyone else. They may even see greater benefits than others. Standing exercises for seniors are a great way to increase physical activity at any age.  What Standing Exercises for Seniors Are Standing……

  December 4, 2024