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The Importance of Staying Hydrated as You Age
We all know water is essential, but as we get older, it becomes even more important, and sometimes a bit trickier, to stay properly hydrated. Many people find that they…
The Benefits of Joining a Local Walking Group
Photo source: iStockSometimes, the best way to stay active and connected doesn’t involve fancy gym memberships or expensive equipment—it’s as simple as putting one foot in front of the other.…
Easy Breathing Exercises to Help You Relax
Feeling tense or overwhelmed happens to all of us, but a few minutes of mindful breathing can make a surprising difference. Breathing exercises are a simple and natural way to…
How to Properly Store Medicines to Avoid Poisoning
Knowing how to store medicines properly helps ensure they remain effective and safe to use. It prevents damage caused by factors like heat, moisture, or light, which can reduce their…
Nutrition Tips for Seniors Who Live Alone
Cooking for one can feel a bit tricky, especially if you’re used to cooking for a family or sharing meals with others. But eating well is just as important now…
How to Help Seniors Cope with Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is often associated with children, but it is also a very real and challenging experience for seniors and retirees.Separation anxiety among old age can arise due to losing…
How to Cope with Blindness in Retirement
A misplaced step on the stairs, an unread medication label, or the inability to drive to the shops—these are not small inconveniences but daily realities for retirees facing vision loss.…
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Best Sources of Protein for Older Adults
One of the major challenges to maintaining independence for older adults is sarcopenia, or the gradual loss of muscle mass, strength, and function.Multiple studies have found that protein, particularly essential…
Nutrition Tips for Seniors Who Live Alone
Living alone has its freedoms. You get to cook what you like, eat when you want, and keep the fridge organised your way. But it can also bring challenges, especially…
Ways to Improve Gut Health
The gut is the gastrointestinal (GI) system or digestive tract. It digests food, absorbs nutrients and water, and expels waste as faeces. It also hosts bacteria known as the gut…
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7 Healthy Drinks Every Kiwi Retiree Should Try
The right drinks can do wonders for energy, digestion, and overall health for Kiwi retirees. Staying hydrated is key to preventing chronic conditions and staying active in later years.It’s easy…
Male Menopause: Key Symptoms and Solutions for Retirees
Male menopause, or andropause, is a little-known but significant part of ageing, with many men experiencing shifts in hormones and health. This decline in testosterone can affect everything from energy…
Top Furniture Picks to Enhance Comfort and Safety for Retirees
Retirement means more time to relax, but your living space needs to adapt to support your changing needs. Comfortable, ergonomic furniture is essential for promoting health, safety, and relaxation.We’ll cover…
Tips for Senior Runners
Discovering ways to remain active is essential, even in our senior years. One affordable and effective method to achieve this is by running.Running offers benefits for both the body and…
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Facts About Menopause Weight Gain
As women age, maintaining their usual weight becomes more challenging. During their 50s, women often experience a weight gain of approximately 1.5 pounds per year.Weight gain during menopause is common,…
Selecting the Best Shoes for Seniors
Footwear might not be the first thing we think about when it comes to health, but did you know that choosing the best shoes for seniors plays an important role…
Safe Driving for Seniors: Evaluating Your Skills Behind the Wheel
With ageing, shifts in physical health, cognitive function, and sensory abilities may influence driving skills. While these changes don’t automatically make senior drivers less capable, they do call for awareness,…
The Joy of Birdwatching for Older Adults
Whether you reside in the city or the countryside, you're sure to spot birds darting about. While you may be familiar with common species, New Zealand is home to many…
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How a Little Fresh Air Can Make a Big Difference
Sometimes, the simplest things can have the biggest impact, and stepping outside for a bit of fresh air is one of them. Whether it’s a quick walk around the block…
Natural Ways to Prevent Kidney Failure in the Elderly
Photo source: Noral Carol PhotographyThe prevalence of chronic kidney disease in seniors is dramatically higher than in the general adult population, with recent estimates suggesting about 44% of adults over…
How to Stay Positive When Life Feels a Bit Quiet
Some days, everything just feels a little too quiet. The phone hasn’t rung, there’s nothing urgent on the calendar, and the house is still. For many older adults, especially those…
Keeping Your Bones Strong After 60
As we age, keeping our bones strong becomes more important than ever. After 60, our bones naturally lose some of their density, which can make them more fragile and prone…
10 Autoimmune Diseases Common in NZ Retirees
Autoimmune diseases are often invisible, but their effects on energy, movement, and organ function are anything but. More retirees are managing chronic conditions that demand attention and adaptation, as New…
Ways Seniors Can Lower Prostate Cancer Risk
The prostate is a gland about the size of a walnut and plays a vital role in the male reproductive system. Positioned just beneath the urinary bladder, one of its…
The Facts Behind Vascular Dementia
What is Vascular Dementia? Vascular dementia refers to a range of cognitive difficulties—such as issues with reasoning, planning, judgement, and memory—that result from brain damage caused by reduced blood flow…
Common Nutrition Challenges in Seniors
Although fulfilling the body's nutritional requirements is essential for maintaining a long and healthy life, various age-related changes can make this task more challenging than it seems. There are factors…
How to Create a Morning Routine That Works for You
Not everyone wakes up bright-eyed and ready to take on the world, and that’s perfectly okay. Some mornings feel slower than others, especially in our later years, but having a…
Why Fruit Shakes are Beneficial for Retirees Health
Making snacks every day isn’t always practical, especially as we get older. Fruit shakes or smoothies make healthy eating easier. You can blend up a mix of fruits, greens, and…
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