Most Recent Posts from August, 2022 Aug 30, 2022 Hernias in the Elderly: Are Hernias Life Threatening? Hernias are when part of the intestine bulges out as a result of a tear or some congenital weakness in a muscle — usually the abdominal wall. These tend to get bigger or more noticeable with age. Due ... Read More Aug 25, 2022 Cooking Safety Tips for Seniors You have almost certainly heard the phrase “the kitchen is the heart of the home.” It is where the family gathers, where you often share meals, and where you spend a significant amount of time making ... Read More Aug 23, 2022 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in Elderly Adults Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a disorder affecting the large intestine or colon. It can cause cramping, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, and a host of other symptoms. With this condition comes ... Read More Aug 18, 2022 Low Energy in Seniors: Diet for Low Energy and Fatigue While it might seem like being tired is synonymous with being older, it is not something you or your elderly loved ones need to just accept. There are many different causes of low energy in the ... Read More Aug 16, 2022 Loss of Smell in Elderly Adults: Does Sense of Smell Diminish? “Stop and smell the roses” and “Wake up and smell the coffee” are two phrases that the silent generation (those born between 1925 and 1945) and the baby boomer generation (born between 1945 and 1964) ... Read More Page 1 of 2
