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As we age, our brains and bodies go through a lot of changes. While many people are aware that regular exercise and a healthy diet play an important role in promoting healthy aging, a good number may not know that music can be a powerful form of medicine. Musical activities can go a long way in slowing down some age-related changes and...

Eating plenty of fruit is a delicious and healthy way to add vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to our diets every day. Fruit makes a great addition to any meal or snack and comes with numerous benefits. Here are just a few benefits of your favorite kinds of fruit:

There is nearly nothing more satisfying than cleaning out a hand-picked pumpkin in preparation for carving. However, don't throw away those insides. Instead, make an easy, delicious and healthy snack: roasted pumpkin seeds.

A swallowing disorder can cause challenges when eating or drinking. It can cause the feeling of food stuck in the throat, coughing after swallowing, and choking on food. This disorder is also called Dysphagia and is a major concern among senior adults. The good news is that medical professionals apply VitalStim Therapy to improve swallowing...

Looking for a new go-to workout that is suitable for all levels? You’re looking for TRX training. Wondering what this workout entails? We’ve got you covered; dig into the benefits of Total Body Resistance Exercise.Related Blog: Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Seniors

Naples’ very own NCH Healthcare System has just received the Healthgrades’ “America’s 100 Best Hospitals” award. This extraordinary accomplishment places NCH in the top 2% of hospitals nationwide. This prestigious award is given for superior clinical care and patient outcomes. In fact, NCH’s patients receive better outcomes than 98% of nearly...

Gardening has often been a fulfilling hobby and time-passing activity. Besides its obvious advantage of potentially providing food and beautiful scenery, gardening is relaxing and engaging in equal measure.Gardening also has several therapeutic and health benefits for older adults. Let’s take a look at some key reasons seniors should start...

Growing older does not mean that the fun has to stop! Maintaining brain activity is crucial at all stages of life, just as it is for the body. The brain has to be stimulated regularly to maintain optimal cognitive function. Luckily, exercising the mind can be easy and enjoyable thanks to games that can be practiced anywhere and by anybody.

Most people are aware that a balanced diet is an important part of living a healthy life and part of building a balanced diet is getting enough essential nutrients each day. One of the oft-forgotten nutrients is vitamin K which can improve a person's health, especially for older adults.

As we get older, certain physical activities or basic daily tasks can become more difficult to perform on our own. Luckily, healthcare workers such as occupational therapists can help people maintain, develop, or recover the skills required to perform necessary and meaningful daily activities. Let’s take a look at occupational therapy and how...