Senior Health

Staying healthy, fit and active are the keys to successful aging. Other factors, such as genetics and exposure to the environment also contribute to the aging process, however the effects of these factors can be limited by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Senior's Health Information covers a wide range of topics related to the physical, emotional, mental and social well-being of senior people and the aging population. Topics about Senior's Health and Aging include Aging and Diet, Skin Care, Alzheimer's, incontinence, Parkinson's Disease, Dementia and Dementia prevention, Cataracts, Glaucoma, depression in the elderly, osteoporosis, varicose veins and much more.

Senior Health Articles

How to Prevent Parkinson's Disease

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Trying to find ways to prevent Parkinson’s disease is critical because this can be a scary disease that tends to take over the life of those who suffer from it. Many health experts will tell you that little is known, however, in terms of preventing this disease. It is often a misunderstood and misdiagnosed health condition at first, so prevention...

The Best Sources of Calcium for Older Women

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Once you reach a certain age, new health concerns arise--such as how to get sufficient calcium for older women, who especially need it. This isn’t something that you tend to think about in your youth, but you should. If more people were to consider what sorts of calcium and nutrient needs they will have later on in life, we would...

Protect Your Bones as You Age with These Exercises

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It may not be something that you think about now, but knowing how to protect your bones as you age is extremely important. If you suffer from any sort of family history of bone health problems, then it may be even more vital. The fact is that as you age your bone health is compromised. Many people find that as...

Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis, which means "porous bones," is a condition characterised by a fragile skeleton and weak brittle bones that break easily. The causes of osteoporosis are a combination of genetic, dietary, hormonal, age-related, and lifestyle factors. Osteoporosis, which is much more common in women, usually progresses painlessly until a bone fracture occurs, which is usually in the hip, spine, or wrist. ...