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Yoga and the Older Adult

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World Yoga Day 2022 is refreshed with the theme of “Yoga for humanity”, which entails the essence of human lives and is designed with a yoga style that enlightens the darker shadows of life with mindful and enriching thoughts for a healthier lifestyle. Yoga uplifts the melody of mind and soul, which benefits the physical and mental health crisis and enables a fresh interest for an individual to live more completely in a state of healthy well-being. What is mindful aging? Mindful aging means being fully aware and accepting of the hurdles that come with growing older. Mindfulness is a type of reflective practice in which you focus intensely on the sensations in your environment. It can help elderly people to reduce worry, improve their mental attitude, and increase their memory. It provides a form of protection for the aged energy structure and benefits a manner of life that is both mentally and physically healthy. Mindfulness is a state of being that brings greater peace and happiness i

Diet for Elders after 65

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“HEALTHY EATING PROMOTES HEALTHY AGING”  Every year on June 7th, World Food Safety Day is commemorated. Food safety is important at every stage of the food chain, from production to harvest, refining, transit, delivery, preparation, and usage. Age and gender have different nutritional needs. Younger and older persons may require slightly different foods and beverages to maintain a balanced diet. We will require fewer certain foods and more of others in general. As you get older, your eating habits will change based on your gender; older men and women have different nutritional needs. Importance of a healthy diet: Eating a well-balanced diet is crucial to keeping older adults healthy. It can assist in maintaining a healthy weight, remaining energized, and obtaining the nutrients they require. It also reduces the chances of having chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes. If elders are confined to their beds or do not exercise regularly, muscle loss can occur, increasing the ris