#Diet
On April 13th, 2024 by Geoffrey
Nutrition plays a pivotal role in the health and well-being of seniors, and at BeeHive Homes, we prioritize it in the daily lives of our residents. A balanced diet is crucial for maintaining physical health, cognitive function, and overall quality of life in older adults. BeeHive Homes ensures that nutrition is at the forefront of […]
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On November 22nd, 2022 by Geoffrey
The holidays are known for spending quality time with loved ones and eating traditional meals with your family, but many people overeat during the holidays. While enjoying food during this time of year is important, seniors must be mindful of what they eat. Here are a few tips from BeeHive Homes that can help ensure […]
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On October 14th, 2022 by Geoffrey
Aging is a normal part of life; however, many factors influence healthy aging. Some factors are out of our control, while others, such as good habits, allow us to control how we age. One factor that plays a key role in how we age is alcohol. Like all adults, the elderly should limit alcohol consumption […]
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On August 31st, 2022 by Geoffrey
You may have heard of the ketogenic (or keto) diet, a low carb-high fat diet that studies have shown can help you lose weight and potentially help with diabetes, epilepsy and other diseases. The question we'd like to explore is what do these high fat diet's impact have on the brain? A recently published study […]
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On June 2nd, 2022 by Geoffrey
Much of New Mexico falls into what is known as a high desert. That means we have both warm weather and high altitude compared to many parts of the United States or even two areas across southern New Mexico. With these things in mind hydration in the elderly becomes critical. The heat, frequent winds, and […]
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On May 17th, 2022 by Geoffrey
Aging creates many changes in the human body, including changes in nutritional needs in older adults. That’s because an elderly person requires fewer calories due to decreased physical activity and a lower metabolic rate. That also means that the diet should change to accommodate the nutritional needs of the older person. The second helpings or […]
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On January 18th, 2022 by Owen
For seniors who are still living at home, but relying on a monthly Social Security payment, you may be finding that the current inflation is really impacting the type of groceries you are purchasing. In 2021, the average price of protein in eggs, meat, poultry and fish has increased by 6%; many other items have […]
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On October 19th, 2021 by Owen
Vitamin D! Vitamin D deficiency is an issue of concern for more than just the elderly. This important vitamin contributes to good health in a number of ways in your body. It helps your body absorb calcium and maintain strong bones and teeth. It also helps to reduce inflammation, builds your immune system, and helps […]
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On June 30th, 2021 by Owen
The summer months are upon us! And staying cool and well hydrated become top of mind especially for those in the Southwest. In recent years fitness gurus have been touting how important hydration is for our health. Water bottles are now common place. You’ve probably even seen water bottles for sale in stores or on […]
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On June 9th, 2021 by Owen
Eating right is difficult for everyone. This fact does not change with age. As we age, our dietary needs DO change however, along with our lifestyle. It can be increasingly difficult to keep up with these changes, especially when various organizations have such varied opinions about what is healthy and what is unhealthy. Of course, […]
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