To walk without falling, maintain good posture, place one foot directly in front of the other, and keep a slight bend in your knees to absorb uneven surfaces. Look ahead and scan the ground for hazards, avoid wide turns by leading with your foot and not crossing your legs, and ensure you wear shoes with …
Comfort foods are special because they connect deeply to our emotions and personal histories.These cherished dishes can evoke feelings of warmth, happiness, safety and nostalgia. They may remind us of times past and the positive experiences associated with family meals and friendly gatherings. Comfort foods also can offer solace when feeling sad, stressed, or sick …
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Please take the quiz before reading these answers.1. What activity strengthens muscles to prevent falls?Engaging in stretching exercises strengthens muscles, which is vital for maintaining balance and stability—key components in fall prevention. Regular muscle-strengthening activities enhance mobility and flexibility, reducing the risk of falls by improving the body’s ability to recover quickly from sudden movements …
HCSC Looking to Sign up Seniors for the Golden Angel Program Every year, Harrison County Senior Center In-Home Department facilitates a Golden Angel Program for our local seniors that would benefit from some Christmas presents. Caregivers, friends, family members or even the senior submit the name of a local senior or their name and three …
Smell and Taste Work Together Our sense of smell does much more than help us when noticing a cooking smell from the kitchen or the rain in the air. It also affects the way we taste food. In fact, up to 80% of what we think is taste actually comes from smell. When you bite …
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As we get older, our bones can become weaker.Calcium helps keep our bones strong and healthy.It also helps the muscles, the heart, and nerves work the right way. Most people think of milk and cheese when it comes to calcium, but youcan still get plenty of calcium with non-dairy options Read the complete issue here …
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