Common Diseases in Old Age

I am so damn worry about my Mom. She's getting older. Sometimes I freak out when she shows some of the 'Old People' symptoms. I don't need to list the symptom(s) here. You can just Google 'em.


So I've done some research to solve*well I do hope this can help my Mom!* the problem. 
Since the reproduction & recovery of Old People's body cell has become slower at older age(remember the Growth Curve you've learnt in your Science subject during High School?), they need extra care to ensure their health level stay consistent! There are a few stuff listed :

 - Drink enough water:  It cleanses your body machinery and helps your heart in functioning well. Drinking of enough water will keep away chances of kidney stone and urine  problem. It will also keep you looking young and active along with natural glow on your face. 


* I always prepare enough plain water for my Mom! No worries!


 - Exercise regularly:  Vigorous physical activity may stop you from looking and feeling old, it may even help you live longer. Whether you're 30, 60 or 90, endurance enables you to do what you want to do. A study by McMaster University researchers has shown that there is no substitute for exercise when it comes to keeping old age at bay. Research from Tel Aviv University has found that endurance exercises like a jog or spinning class can make us look younger. Exercise unlocksthe stem cells of our muscles. These exercises increase the number of muscle stem cells and enhance their ability to rejuvenate old muscles. Endurance exercises also improve the levels of 'spontaneous locomotion' — the feeling that tells our bodies to just get up and dance. Ageing is typically associated with a reduced level of spontaneous locomotion. 

* I do bought 'something' for her to exercise.. but it seems that she don't like 'the stuff'.

- Well balanced diet: Well balanced diet plays a very important part in keeping you healthy in old  age. Avoid taking rich food like sweets, high stuffed and fried.  You should add calcium rich diet as it will strengthen your bones. Add fruits, vegetables and greens in your daily diet to maintain your health in old age.  

* Well...I cook vege*less salt* everyday and I lessen her Sugar intake, plus enough fruit.


- Be happy and engage in recreational activities:  During old age, Factors like social isolation, low income and depression affect health in old age. Loneliness is a common problem in old age and leads to related problems. During this time, it becomes all the more important for seniors to take on some activity which occupy their time. 

* Ah...IDK about this.. T___T


 - Exercise your brain  by participating in mentally stimulating activities such as reading, writing, doing puzzles and play to learn the Chess Game. 


* See! Big brotherss! I told you! We need to get mom a Tab!!!


- Keep your eyes and ears fit by regular checkup.  Vision and hearing tests by specialists should be a regular part of your anti-aging plan. Sight-threatening diseases that are more common with age, including cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration, can be controlled or halted if caught early. Hearing loss, the third most common chronic condition  can contribute to cognitive decline, depression and social isolation,    To reduce your risk of eye disease, avoid tobacco smoke, wear sunglasses, maintain a healthy weight and control high blood pressure and blood sugar levels. To reduce the risk of hearing loss, consider using earplugs in noisy places. 

* Once a month :)


- Check your BP: Always contact with your doctor to keep blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels under control even as you get into your 70s and beyond. 

* Once a month :)


 -  Control your overweight.You should be especially vigilant against creeping weight gain. Obesity is the gateway to many ailments, such as heart diseases, diabetes and arthritis.
 ^ Back pain is also the  leading cause of disability, trailing only arthritis. Being able to stand straight and remain free of crippling lower-back pain in later years depends on maintaining the strength of the bones in your spine as well as the muscles that support them. Exercises that work muscles in the back and abdomen, such as abdominal curls and trunk extensions, may also help prevent spinal fractures. And activities such as Pilates and yoga can help ease back pain.
 ^ To  prevent or alleviate arthritis and joint pain regular excise is the only way. Resistance training doing calisthenics or using elastic bands, free weights or weight machines strengthens the muscles. That, in turn, protects the joints and makes them more stable. 
 ^ The fear of falling in old age is often causes anxiety. Generally  30 percent of older people between  65 and  80 and older have fallen at some point. Build strong legs by doing strength exercises. 

* My Mom started to lose weight recently. That's bother me so much!


- Sound Sleep:  The team from the University of Warwick and Federico II University Medical School in Naples discovered recently that people who sleep for less than six hours a night are more likely to die early, The previous studies had shown that sleep deprivation was associated with heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high cholesterol. However, the researchers  found that sleeping too much was linked to early death.

* She's ok with her sleep :)


- A 30-minute daily walk cuts cancer risk:  A new study has found in early February 2011 that walking for 30 minutes a day could lower the risk of death from colon cancer. According to researchers, such a simple routine could also reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other cancers and can even be beneficial after cancer diagnosis, reports the Daily Express. Researchers examined data from more than 150,000 people between 1982 and 2005. Those who exercised consistently for at least 10 years showed the lowest risk of colon cancer death.

* The advantages of ada kolam ikan belakang rumah. Boleh saja-saja bawa Mama pegi memancing :)


-  Walking Helps Us Preserve Memory:  A recent research discovered that a simple walk every other day can help elderly people keep their memory fresh longer.40 minutes are enough to boost up the memory level and you can also enjoy yourself during this walk. It is an easy and most pleasant solution for those aiming to preserve their memory for a longer period of time.


* Mama, let's shop!!:)




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