Health Benefits of Pumpkin
Pumpkins are now back in the shops ready to be carved into spooky designs ready for Halloween. However, we must also recognise the wonderful health benefits that Pumpkin has as an ingredient when cooking for ourselves and our elderly loved ones. There are many different ways to cook and incorporate Pumpkin into a meal. Most […]
Dark Chocolate Easter Eggs for The Elderly
There are many studies online that provide different nutritional guidance when it comes to improving and maintaining the health and general wellbeing of the elderly. As it is Easter, we wanted to draw your attention to particular good news about Dark Chocolate. Dark Chocolate for some people may be considered as a lavish and indulgent […]
Nutrition for the elderly – what you need to know
As we age, our bodies’ nutritional needs change. However, change doesn’t have to be bad, nor does it have to mean surviving on soft, bland food or boiled cabbage! Everycare Winchester know to how to provide the best care for you, but when it comes to nutrition, do you know how to best care for […]
Walking Your Way To Better Health
With the start of 2014 many people’s attentions are turned to New Year’s Resolutions, and the one at the top of many list being to get fit and healthier. This however can be a difficult goal to achieve for some, particularly those who are older, or have a health condition that can make it difficult […]
How Can Maintaining An Active Lifestyle Benefit The Elderly?
Population level studies have shown that people who exercise enjoy a higher quality of life and improved health status compared with those with sedentary behaviours, with subsequent reductions in their risk of admission to hospital. Maintaining an active lifestyle is important for us all, did you know: • 23.1% of individuals between the ages of […]
Could Poor Diet Be Causing Health Problems In The Elderly?
Diet plays a significant factor in daily life for everyone, this is because dietary choices can have a huge impact on our overall health and well-being. As we age it becomes increasingly important to watch what we eat in order to ensure that we are getting all of the nutrients that we need as is […]