Elder Care Cafe

As most of us know, carrying around excess weight as we grow older has a negative impact on our health and the number of years we will likely live. Some people think that once we retire, that gives us a license to sit around and eat all day! That is not the case. In fact, [...]

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It’s that time of year again when we honor the efforts of those who are working hard to eradicate diabetes in America. Also called American Diabetes Month, there are a number of ways you can become involved. You can join the thousands of people who have taken action to stop a disease that strikes someone [...]

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We have heard for years that most Americans are out of shape and in danger of an early demise unless they get up and get moving. It has been proven that if we sit too much we risk shortening our lifespan even if we continue to exercise. Not only do we exercise too little, but [...]

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While a rash of movies and advertisements has rightly portrayed cancer as a steadily increasing problem for both children and young adults, it has obscured the fact that cancer in fact remains largely the province of seniors.   In fact the incidence rate of cancer rises so dramatically with age, the World Health Organization lists ageing [...]

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Most of us are well aware that as we grow older our brain slows down, our memory gets spotty, and our ability to make decisions begins to crumble. As much as we have read and heard about the changes in our thought process as we age, when it happens to us or one of our [...]

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As many of us seniors know, there are many health problems associated with growing older. Because of such issues as our balance or heart, and increasing problems with our hearing and sight, we can all relate to the changes taking place in our body. However, there is one problem that usually attacks people over the [...]

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Although we all have trouble drifting off to sleep from time to time, it can cause more stress for some than others. You may realize you have insomnia when you regularly have a problem either getting to sleep, or staying asleep long enough to feel refreshed when you wake up in the morning. Although you [...]

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Disabilities strike people of every demographic area you can think irregardless of income or status in life. There are many stories around the world of the challenges faced by young and old, the stress and struggles of the caregivers and family members faced with untold doctor’s visits and the high cost of care. However, there [...]

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Normally snoring is not a very serious health issue however snoring causes problems for those who have to listen to their partners during the night. Many spouses have lost sleep due to the noise generated from the one who shared their bed. Unfortunately for many couples, snoring is very common. The good news is that [...]

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As anyone who has ever experienced ringing in their ears knows, tinnitus can become quite an irritant. But, does it lead to permanent damage to their hearing? Although many people think that tinnitus is a disease, it is really only a symptom that can come from a number of underlying causes such as ear infections, [...]

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Did you know that convenient food can actually help fight cancer? Just because you are on the go and need food fast, doesn’t mean you have to ignore your health. The trick is knowing which foods are cancer-fighters and incorporate them into your everyday life. Let’s take a look at some of the healthiest cancer [...]

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Many elderly seniors often feel like staying in bed a little longer as they get older, especially as the winter months approach. However, if they or their caregiver believe they are experiencing more serious signs such as the blues, they may be struggling with winter depression. Winter depression, otherwise known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), [...]

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Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are a great tragedy in many families. It is devastating to see a loved one robbed of their memories and to watch them fade away mentally and physically over a number of years. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s not only destroys brain cells causing irreversible memory loss, but it is ultimately [...]

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 Every once in a while we like to share our site with those who have an important message they would like to share with our readers. This post today comes from the folks at the Mesothelioma Center and is self-explanatory. I would like to thank them for bringing this important issue to our attention. Here [...]

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With Halloween right around the corner, this is a good time to review the low down as to what sweets are okay for diabetics and which are not. As we all know, tricks and treats are not always for children. Adults enjoy participating in this yearly event as well. Many costume parties are held for [...]

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