http://www.sheknows.com/authors/nyc-senior-care/articles Wed, 21 Dec 2011 01:41:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/850491/5-anti-aging-new-years-resolutions-for-seniors The New Year means new starts, and that typically involves making New Year's resolutions. While the old-faithful standbys still exist, adults over the age of 65 can greatly benefit from making healthy resolutions – especially those that help prevent illness and injury. Here are five New Year's resolutions that will keep you feeling young and vibrant. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/850491/5-anti-aging-new-years-resolutions-for-seniors NYC Senior Care Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:12:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/847569/4-exercise-trends-for-aging-adults With the trend of Americans to be sedentary, it's never been more important to be active and participate in sports and activities that keep us in shape. This is especially true for adults over 60, since exercise can help ward off illness by boosting the immune system, as well as increase flexibility and range of movement, and improve mental acuity. Here are four exercise trends that are growing in popularity in the over-60 crowd. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/847569/4-exercise-trends-for-aging-adults NYC Senior Care Mon, 24 Oct 2011 01:20:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/845165/7-top-tips-to-prevent-cancer-at-any-age According to the World Health Organization, one-third of all cases of cancer are avoidable. And while these days it seems as if everything is a potential cause, there are steps you can take to help prevent the onset of cancer for you or your loved ones. Here are seven ways to reduce your risk of getting cancer, whether you're in your 20s or 80s. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/845165/7-top-tips-to-prevent-cancer-at-any-age NYC Senior Care Fri, 30 Sep 2011 03:54:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/841461/5-tips-for-helping-seniors-manage-holiday-stress The holidays can be a stressful time for anyone. With travel, family and social engagements, house guests, shopping and a million other to-dos, the holidays can be overwhelming for many. But for seniors, the holidays can bring additional stress from multiple travel plans, an uprooted routine and even seasonal depression. Try these five helpful tips to help keep holiday stress to a minimum for your senior loved one. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/841461/5-tips-for-helping-seniors-manage-holiday-stress NYC Senior Care Wed, 24 Aug 2011 04:07:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838995/senior-health-4-fun-and-healthy-senior-activities Staying active in your golden years isn't always as easy as making plans and sticking to them. A decline in energy, limited mobility and health concerns all help create barriers to staying as active as you once were. But participating in routine healthy activities has numerous health benefits for seniors that include better moods, better sleep, and increased energy levels. Read on for tips on staying active. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838995/senior-health-4-fun-and-healthy-senior-activities NYC Senior Care Tue, 19 Jul 2011 11:51:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/836427/strategies-to-deal-with-loss-of-appetite-in-seniors Aging has many effects on the human body -- bone density decreases, vision can become impaired and staying active can become more difficult with time. But one change that can be a surprise to both seniors and their caregivers is the impaired ability to smell and taste. This can lead to a loss of appetite and the risk of dietary deficiencies. Here's how to make meals more appealing to seniors to ensure they eat well. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/836427/strategies-to-deal-with-loss-of-appetite-in-seniors NYC Senior Care Fri, 17 Jun 2011 11:59:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/833831/caregiver-burnout-5-tips-for-staying-grounded At some point, while caring for a senior parent or loved one, most caregivers experience a feeling of emotional exhaustion or increased anxiety. These feelings are part of the signs and symptoms associated with caregiver burnout - a state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion that's often accompanied by a change in attitude. To help ward off these feelings, we've got five tips that will help you avoid growing weary and keep caregiver burnout at bay. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/833831/caregiver-burnout-5-tips-for-staying-grounded NYC Senior Care Thu, 19 May 2011 12:25:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/831509/tips-to-prevent-diabetes-related-complications-in-aging-parents It's estimated that one-third of adults over the age of 65 are living with diabetes. While diabetes can be managed relatively easy for younger adults, seniors managing diabetes present special challenges that can hinder keeping their condition under control. To help manage diabetes in senior parents and loved ones, take these steps to help lower the risk of complications and issues that can arise from an inconsistent and inadequate diabetic care routine. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/831509/tips-to-prevent-diabetes-related-complications-in-aging-parents NYC Senior Care