Being A Healthy Senior

Seniors health encompasses a lot of different factors and this eBook will discuss and address these factors in everyday language. Did you know: Nearly 60 million individuals in the United States annually report symptoms and diagnoses of arthritis. Certain types of cancer are more common in older individuals. It's been identified that nearly 6 million people in the United States live with Alzheimer's above the age of 65. Diabetes is a significant medical problem that presents major implications for an individual's health and older adults and seniors are among some of the most at-risk populations. Seniors are often faced with the choice of seeking out joint replacement surgery. Obesity is a serious health issue that affects people of all ages; however, it can be particularly detrimental for seniors for a variety of reasons. Many seniors may experience mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and early-onset cognitive decline. One key step toward improving physical and mental health and increasing longevity as we age is physical fitness and exercise.