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14 09, 2021

What is bad cholesterol and why does it matter?

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:22:03-05:00September 14th, 2021|Categories: Cooking, Diet, Fitness, Health|Tags: cholesterol, ea, healthy seniors|

We have all heard that having a high cholesterol score is not good for our health. But you may not know what good and bad Cholesterol is, why it matters and what to do about it if you are in an unhealthy range. So, in support of National Cholesterol Education Month, FirstLantic wants to do our part to educate on the risks of high Cholesterol and provide some simple steps to get you back on the path to health. High Cholesterol is a huge problem that affects 102 million Americans over the age of 20. It can be caused by an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and exacerbated by smoking. What is Cholesterol exactly? Cholesterol is a waxy type of fat or lipid [...]

7 09, 2021

Get Cooking with These Heart Healthy Recipes

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:23:04-05:00September 7th, 2021|Categories: Cooking, food, Health|Tags: #cooking, eating healthy, healthy recipes|

If you missed FirstLantic’s blog last week, we provided some reasons to eat healthier and do your heart a favor. We also included two easy and nutritious meals to try that take 25 minutes or less to prepare. If you didn’t take it to “heart” last week (pardon the pun), we’re going to give it one more good old-fashioned college try by tempting you with two more delicious recipes. But first, take this brief quiz and see how well you do. Click on the hyperlink in each question to get the answer. Which country in the world has the highest life expectancy? A. Switzerland B. Japan C. United States D. Hong Kong, China What percentage of the population in the U.S. has diabetes? A. [...]

31 08, 2021

Treat Your Heart Right with These Healthy Recipes

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:24:13-05:00August 31st, 2021|Categories: Diet, Fitness, Health|Tags: heart healthy recipes, senior healthy recipes|

September is Healthy Aging Month. Whether you're already taking care of yourself and want to maintain that, or you're ready to turn a new leaf, it's never too late to start eating better to protect your heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. One person dies every 36 seconds in the U.S. from cardiovascular disease. Heart disease can be linked to obesity, lack of exercise, smoking, and eating oversized portions and unhealthy foods. Maybe if we thought more about what an amazing organ our heart really is, we would treat it better. The fact is that your heart beats about 115,000 times and pumps 2,000 gallons of blood every day. It’s truly a wonderous machine. [...]

24 08, 2021

Seniors: Start Planning for Hurricane Season Now

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:28:03-05:00August 24th, 2021|Categories: Health, Hurricane, Safety|Tags: hurricane disaster plan, hurricane season, Hurricane survival kit, plan for hurricane, staying safe during hurricane|

If you've lived in South Florida (or anywhere along the East Coast) for any length of time, you've probably seen more than your share of hurricane forecasts, scary-looking radar images, emergency alerts, evacuations, and property damage. Seniors can find hurricane scenarios especially worrying. If you haven't made proper preparations for hurricane season, now's the time to start, whether you're a senior or you care for a senior who may need extra help during one of these natural disasters. Let's examine some ways careful planning can help keep you and yours safe when the weather turns ugly. The Need for a Hurricane Disaster Plan Hurricanes and Florida seem to have an affinity for each other, and not just South Florida. At least one hurricane [...]

10 08, 2021

Seniors Going For Gold!

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:29:50-05:00August 10th, 2021|Categories: Diet, Fitness, Health|Tags: active seniors, senior olympic history, senior olympics|

For the Olympic athletes that competed in Tokyo, the games are now over. However, athletes over 50 planning to compete in the “Senior Olympics” haven't even begun. That's because their event was canceled due to concerns around COVID. For these competitors, their moment will have to wait until 2022, when it’s expected to occur in Florida. However, while the senior games do not lack a competitive spirit, they were initially started with a higher purpose: namely, to inspire older Americans to stay healthy and fit. And the athletes that participate should be an inspiration for all of us to get moving. Quite a few are in their 80s and 90s, and they're not planning on slowing down anytime soon. So, if you think you have [...]

4 08, 2021

Ways to Stay Safe and Beat the Heat of Summer

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:32:30-05:00August 4th, 2021|Categories: Health|

When dealing with the heat of the summer months, it can be riskier for seniors. As you age, you can become dehydrated more easily than younger people. However, there are ways to continue to enjoy the lifestyle your accustomed to while staying safe. FirstLantic has some tips for beating the heat! Make Sure to Drink Enough Water One of the ways that all of us can stay healthier and safer during the summer months is to make sure we are drinking plenty of water. However, for seniors, it is even more critical. Home healthcare workers or friends, or family that take care of seniors should ensure they have access to water at all times and that they're drinking more than usual. Also, seniors should [...]

20 07, 2021

How Seniors Can Overcome Anxiety

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:34:42-05:00July 20th, 2021|Categories: Health, mental health, Mental Wellness|Tags: reduce stress and anxiety, Senior Anxiety, senior hobbies, senior mental health|

Anxiety is a common mental health problem for many different age groups. And some seniors, who face issues such as deteriorating health, financial concerns, and limited mobility, can be even more susceptible to anxiety. Plus, add the fact that seniors are very vulnerable to COVID-19, further aggravating the feelings of worry and stress. To help alleviate those concerns, FirstLantic.com offers some practical ways to help seniors overcome anxiety. Cultivate a Strong Social Network Increased isolation, especially during a pandemic, could exacerbate anxiety and loneliness. Some seniors even have to contend with limited mobility and losing loved ones, making it very hard to feel part of a community. With states and cities now opening up restrictions, seniors should take advantage of interacting with [...]

13 07, 2021

Staying Active: Hobby Adaptations for Senior Lifestyles

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:37:45-05:00July 13th, 2021|Categories: Health|

Arthritis isn’t kind to knitters, and knee replacements can knock out a lifelong badminton career. Seniors often abandon hobbies they love as their physical abilities decline. The problem is that this is a slippery slope — research shows that involvement in leisure activities makes us happier and healthier. Getting older doesn’t have to mean the end of favorite activities. Whether you want to help your parents enjoy their retirement, or you want to keep doing what you love, the options are there. Making Your Hobbies Work It’s not realistic to think that the way you do things won’t change as you age. Slowing down, failing eyesight or hearing, and injuries can put a dent in anyone’s enthusiasm for their activities. For most hobbies, though, there’s a way to continue participating in [...]

29 06, 2021

How Technology Can Help Remote Caregivers

Kate Jordan2021-06-29T07:40:51-04:00June 29th, 2021|Categories: Health|

Taking care of loved ones can be incredibly stressful especially when they happen to be your parents. For the majority of your life, they were your anchor and your guide and now you find that the roles have reversed. To add to the emotional complexity, there is physical distance. So, how can you possibly come up with a care plan when you don’t live in close proximity? Fortunately, technology is making remote care-giving possible. FirstLantic has put together a list of eight monitoring tools that will help you sleep more soundly knowing that your parents are safe. GPS trackers: Bracelets, watches, and apps can all be used to monitor a senior’s safety and monitor their activity while at home or traveling. For a list [...]

8 06, 2021

Ten Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy

Kate Jordan2022-12-19T20:40:48-05:00June 8th, 2021|Categories: Aging, Health, mental health|

Do you veg out in front of the TV too much? Do you eat a lot of junk food? Do you focus on the negative? If so, you might want to change some of your habits, as these have all been linked to brain decline. That’s right, not only is lack of activity and eating poorly bad for your waistline, but it also can be detrimental for your brain. As a home healthcare company, FirstLantic is concerned about the well-being of others, and we want to make sure that you know how to take care of yourself both physically and mentally. June is also Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month so read on for a list of 10 things that you can do to keep your [...]