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Aging is a natural part of life. Knowing how your body and mind change with age, and how to keep yourself strong and healthy, can help make the process seem less scary. Learn more about healthy aging here.
Daily Optimization to Build Longevity Longevity isn’t just about living a long time, but living well. It’s the years you spend staying active, independent, and able to keep doing the things you enjoy. The key to longevity isn’t just about seeking medical help when something goes wrong. It’s built on daily habits over years. Regular movement, quality […]
Reviewed by Jomer Polanes, MD • 4 days ago
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Most of us know that milk can be beneficial for growing children. And as adults, we need dairy less than kids. But what many don’t know is that milk can also prove to be beneficial for the elderly as well. The benefits of milk for a senior citizen go beyond just stronger bones to prevent […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • 09/03/2022
Everyone wants to be loved. For some, they may find love in the most unexpected time and place, be it in the workplace while sharing ideas with one another or through the same circle of friends chatting over their shared qualities. Some dive headfirst into love. while others take a more cautious route. But, as […]
Reviewed by Jezreel Esguerra, MD • 08/02/2023
Diet is a crucial part of making sure that patients achieve their target blood pressure readings. The good news is, the guidelines for a heart-healthy diet are straight to the point and easy to follow. But do these guidelines change when the patient is elderly? Here’s what you need to know about the diet for […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • 10/03/2022
The nutritional requirements of a healthy young adult are not the same as that of a diabetic. The differences become even more pronounced for elderly diabetics. Here’s what you need to know about the diet for elderly with diabetes. Diet for Elderly With Diabetes: The Challenges To fully appreciate how different a diet for elderly with diabetes […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • 10/03/2022
It is not anything new to hear that people need vitamins and minerals to supplement their nutrition and boost their health. This helps supercharge a person with the right amount of energy they need, especially those over 60. Find out from this article the suitable and recommended vitamins for senior citizen to live a healthy […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • 02/03/2023
Elderly or senior citizen care is equally important as child care. Some people believe being in the senior phase is the same as being in the childhood phase. Because like children, our elderly relatives need special attention and care. They need someone to be always around to pamper them. This is why, whenever choosing home […]
Reviewed by Chris Icamen • 10/03/2022
As we grow older, generally, our social circle tends to become smaller. You might no longer want to go out with everyone or socialize on a daily basis. There could be times when you start feeling alone even if you are physically not alone. Haven’t you seen your parents being grumpy about you not being […]
Reviewed by Jezreel Esguerra, MD • 08/03/2023
Everyone dreams of living a long and happy life. But, what does it take to achieve that goal? Born just shortly after our country’s independence from Spain, Atty. Delfin Gonzalez Sr. is now 108 years old. He has lived through a lot of significant events, including the Commonwealth Era, the Japanese Occupation, and the two World […]
Reviewed by Mae Charisse Antalan, MD • 07/01/2025
Maintaining a healthy weight and staying active are recommended for everyone, no matter the age group. However, not every exercise program is right for everyone. Normally, as we age, our bodies slow down and grow weaker. That is why certain exercises may become difficult over time. To maintain a healthy body, immunity, and mind, follow […]
Written by Stephanie Nera, RPh, PharmD • 08/03/2021
With the rise of accessible and quality healthcare, the number of senior citizens in the general population is increasing. In 2019, there were about 1 billion people of the global population above the age of 60. With a larger senior population comes the question of how does one age healthily. Here are some active aging […]
Reviewed by Mike Kenneth Go Doratan, MD • 07/10/2023
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