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How Seniors Can Maintain Muscle Mass and Strength as You Age 

How Seniors Can Maintain Muscle Mass and Strength as You Age 

by Courtney Boatin | Sep 23, 2025 | Senior Health

The loss of muscle mass or “sarcopenia” is a natural part of aging, which, according to the health.harvard.edu article, “A Guide to Combatting Sarcopenia and Preserving Muscle Mass As You Get Older,” begins around age 30 and depletes muscle mass 3% to 5% each decade....
The Impact of Hydration on Aging and How to Stay Hydrated

The Impact of Hydration on Aging and How to Stay Hydrated

by Courtney Boatin | Aug 19, 2025 | Senior Health

Water is fundamental to human health, just as it is to all living organisms. According to the usgs.gov article, “The Water in You: Water and the Human Body,” as much as 60% of the human body is water overall, while the lungs are 83% water, muscles and kidneys 79%, the...
Assisted Living: When Is the Right Time for a Move?

Assisted Living: When Is the Right Time for a Move?

by Courtney Boatin | Jul 14, 2025 | Assisted Living, Uncategorized

Assisted living is an option that many seniors feel isn’t right for them. But as time goes by and life at home becomes less and less manageable, assisted living can be the perfect solution. Take a look at the reasons that signal it might be the right time to move to...
Senior Health: Reduce Inflammation with a Colorful Diet

Senior Health: Reduce Inflammation with a Colorful Diet

by Courtney Boatin | Jun 13, 2025 | Senior Health, Senior Tips

One of the most vexing aspects of aging is inflammation and the aches and pains it causes. While there are many reasons for inflammation to occur, there are also a variety of ways to minimize it, including through a diet focused on colorful, inflammation-fighting...
How to Create a Dementia-Friendly Home Environment

How to Create a Dementia-Friendly Home Environment

by Courtney Boatin | May 19, 2025 | Alzheimers, Caregiver, Dementia

Managing life for a loved one with dementia can be trying. Seniors with dementia often require more oversight, and as the condition progresses, simply making a typical home safe can seem impossible. To make life easier for a loved one and their caregiver, take a look...
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