A single slip and fall injury can have a devastating impact on a senior’s overall health and quality of life. In the golden years, broken bones can take an extended amount of time to heal. They can also result in painful infections and a host of other dangerous issues. In addition to fall-proofing their loved ones’ living environments, family caregivers can also help their aging parents increase their balance by adding the right foods to their diets.
Dark-Skinned Fruits
Resveratrol, a compound found in dark-skinned fruits such as blueberries, acai berries, and grapes, can have a positive impact on balance and overall motor coordination. These fruits can also limit the occurrence of neural cell death. Studies have also shown resveratrol reduces the negative impacts of dopamine that occur when seniors get stressed.
Eating a healthy diet and exercising are essential to maximizing bone strength, and a professional caregiver can be a fantastic resource if your loved one needs help with these activities. Not every senior has the same care needs, which means they don’t all need the same type of senior care. You can rely on Home Care Assistance to provide an individualized care plan to meet your elderly loved one’s unique care needs. Our holistic Balanced Care Method was designed to help seniors focus on healthy lifestyle habits, such as eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly, and maintaining strong social ties, and our Cognitive Therapeutics Method offers mentally stimulating activities that can stave off cognitive decline and delay the onset of dementia.
Dark Chocolate
Dark chocolate is surprisingly rich in resveratrol, which means you can keep your loved one upright even if he or she isn’t a big fan of dark-skinned fruits. A small square of dark chocolate before a nutritious meal is also believed to help the body better absorb the available nutrients. Blueberries covered in dark chocolate are an excellent treat for seniors, given they pack a powerful dose of this near-magical nutrient.
Peanut Butter
Peanut butter is another delicious snack that can keep seniors from losing their footing. You can try pairing peanut butter with blueberry or grape jam for a nutritionally potent treat or ramp up the flavor of a dark chocolate square by giving it a generous dollop of this nutty paste. Peanut butter can also be used as a dip for celery sticks or apple slices.
For some older adults, shopping for fresh foods and preparing nutritious meals on their own can be challenging. Some seniors only require help with a few daily tasks so they can maintain their independence. However, those living with serious illnesses may need more extensive assistance. Luckily, there is professional live-in care Roseville, California, seniors can rely on. Home can be a safer and more comfortable place for your loved one to live with the help of an expertly trained and dedicated live-in caregiver.
Cranberries
Cranberries are tart, rich in nutrients, and great for promoting optimal bladder health. They’re also another potent source of the balance-preserving compound resveratrol. You can serve seniors cranberry juice, jam, or sauce. No matter how cranberries are served, their resveratrol content isn’t likely to undergo any significant changes.
Since the consequences of falls can be so severe for seniors, reducing the risk of falling is essential. Seniors can face a variety of challenges as they age, many of which can be mitigated with the help of professional in-home caregivers who provide high-quality elder care. Roseville families trust Home Care Assistance to help their elderly loved ones age in place safely and comfortably. Call us today at (916) 226-3737 to discuss how we can give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing your loved one is being cared for with professionalism and compassion.