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Recognizing Lung Cancer Awareness Month

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The month of November is designated as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The significance of this designation is to raise awareness about how Lung Cancer accounts for approximately 25% of all cancer deaths. Each year, lung cancer claims more compared with other cancer. Lung cancer is cancer that begins in the lungs. There may be no signs or symptoms in the early stages. A history of smoking increases the likelihood of being diagnosed with the disease, but nonsmokers can also develop it. Lung cancer symptoms: Lung cancer typically doesn't show any symptoms in its early stages. Common presenting symptoms of lung cancer in its advanced stages include: A new, recurring cough New wheezing attack Coughing up blood or rusty phlegm Breathing difficulty Pain in the chest, particularly when inhaling and exhaling, having a good laugh, or coughing Voice hoarse Weight loss without effort Appetite loss Fatigue Fluid in the lungs Infections that persist, such as respiratory tract infections The spread

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

4 Ultimate Benefits of Singing for Seniors

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The beauty of life is that after living a long-stretched life, when you turn back and see, all it shows is the moments of your happiness. It would not care about the struggles you underwent and the sorrows that made you crumble. This is one of the reasons why one has to see the bright side of anything and everything that comes in their way. The true pursuers of happier life follow the rule of experiencing every moment that comes their way, irrespective their physical condition. In fact, pursuing something that keeps you happy is the wisest thing you could do in life. The best moments of anyone’s life would the ones when they forgot themselves while dancing, painting, reading and singing. In this blog, we will focus on singing and how it helps elderly finding their purpose again in life. Singing is one thing you can practice even in your matured adulthood and it has many psychological and physical benefits. Read ahead to understand the ultimate benefits of singing for seniors.

8 Health Benefits of Credible Coconut Water

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Coconut shares a long and deep connection with us, thanks to its unique nutritional values. It considered as one of the key elements that cure indigestion and renal issues in Ayurvedic medicine. Coconut is full of goodness, in and out. There is an interesting story behind the name of this amazing fruit. On one of his expeditions, Vasco da Gama came across a fruit called ‘coco’ by the inhabitants of that island. He, then, brought it to the British who later added the suffix ‘nut’, completing the naming ceremony of this tropical fruit. Coconut tree brings the true meaning for the word ‘wholesomeness’. The tree offers more than just the sweet juice in the interior cavity and the snow-white delicacy called coconut meat. We may explore the other benefits of this incredible tree but for now, read on to know the benefits of tender coconut water. 1. Boosts Metabolism Coconut is a rich source for manganese which is essential to burn the fats and carbohydrates, indirectly improvin

Nutritional Essentials for Seniors During Winter

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Winter, probably, is one of the seasons that demand your attention in order to avoid the probable health issues. The season, apart from being cozy and gloomy, puts your immune system to a test, forcing you to mind what you eat and how you eat. Especially, winter impacts the health of the children and the elders in a negative manner than any other age group. Maintaining a good nutrition during the dusky winter season not only boosts your immune system but also provides the much needed-nutrients and winter-essentials for the body to ward off the ailments that come along with the season. It is common to see the elders and children fell ill during winter and a healthy immune system can help them to keep up their energy levels irrespective of the weather conditions outside. The best part is winter can be considered as also the season for an array of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Below are a few tips that make an excellent combination of a perfect winter diet for the elders. Re