Did you know? 💡 Creativity doesn't diminish with age.
Laura Ingalls Wilder didn’t publish Little House in the Big Woods until 65. Millard Kaufman didn’t publish his first novel until 90!
It is never too late to accomplish your dreams!
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7 Key Nutrients for Senior Health: Vitamin D ☀️
"Epidemiologic evidence indicates an association between low levels of vitamin D and diseases associated with aging such as cognitive decline, depression, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and cancer." - US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health
Here are some great Vitamin D sources:
1) Cod liver oil
2) Salmon
3) Swordfish
4) Tuna fish
5) Orange juice fortified with vitamin D
6) Beef liver
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7 Key Nutrients for Senior Health: Protein 💪
“It is important for individuals to consume protein every day. Daily protein intake plays a role in keeping your cells in good shape and should be part of your daily health maintenance plan.” - Nancy Waldeck, chef and dietitian at Thomas F. Chapman Family Cancer Wellness at Piedmont
Here are a few reasons why your body needs protein:
1. Supports bones, muscles, cartilage and skin
2. Keeps you full and curbs hunger
3. Helps you maintain a healthy weight
4. Speeds recovery after exercise and/or injury
If you or your loved one are not getting enough protein on a daily basis, there are a variety of supplements that can help. (Please consult a medical doctor first.)
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7 Key Nutrients for Senior Health: Fibre 🌾
"Dietary fibre — found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes — is probably best known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. But foods containing fibre can provide other health benefits as well, such as helping to maintain a healthy weight and lowering your risk of diabetes, heart disease and some types of cancer." - Mayoclinic.org
Here are a few health benefits of adding more fibre to your diet:
1. Aids in achieving healthy weight
2. Helps you live longer
3. Lowers cholesterol levels
4. Helps control blood sugar levels
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7 Key Nutrients for Senior Health: Calcium 🥛
"Calcium is an essential nutrient that is necessary for many functions in human health. Research has shown that adequate calcium intake can reduce the risk of fractures, osteoporosis, and diabetes in some populations." - US National Library of Medicine
National Institutes of Health
Are you or your loved one getting enough calcium?
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7 Key Nutrients for Senior Health: Vitamin B-6 🐟
Vitamin B-6 has a variety of health benefits. Just a few include a stronger immune system, lower cancer risk, and better circulation.
Here are a few easy ways to get more vitamin B:
1. Fortified cereals
2. Chickpeas
3. Salmon/Tuna
4. Poultry
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7 Key Nutrients for Senior Health: Vitamin B-12 💊
"Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is an essential vitamin that your body needs but cannot produce." - Healthline.com
Here are a few benefits of B-12:
1. Helps with red blood cell formation and anemia prevention
2. May reduce your risk of Macular Degeneration
3. Helps improve mood
4. Helps promote heart health
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Everyone can use a little help during the holiday season 🎄
If you are a caregiver going away for the holiday season, providing your loved one with temporary respite care will help give you a peace of mind!
Whether it be help with errands, personal care, appointments, etc - Just Like Family is here to help!
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