Cancer Prevention Tips!

Did you know what more than 1/3 of all cancer cases are preventable?!

Top cancer institutes such as the Dana Farber Cancer Institute and the World Cancer Research Fund International recommend these cancer prevention tips:

Pet Therapy

Today, February 3rd, is National Golden Retriever Day!

Pet therapy is a wonderful thing for aging populations, including those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Pets are calming, soothing and fun. They provide companionship, ease feelings of loneliness and aggression, and promote overall well being. They help individuals feel useful and that they have a purpose – to care for their pet! Pet therapy can even improve nutrition – a 2002 study showed that when those with dementia or Alzheimer’s were exposed to pet therapy (fish, dogs, cats, and toy companions) their nutrition improved and they gained weight. Private Home Care encourages low maintenance toy companions – you get all of the benefits of a pet without any of the mess!

Post Super Bowl Detox

Private Home Care hopes that everyone enjoyed the Superbowl! We understand that we all overeat and drink sometimes, and the Super Bowl is no exception. Here are some tips to beat the bloat, clear the brain fog, and get back on track! #health #brainhealth #nutrition

1. Drink plenty of water with lemon. Flush out your system and re-hydrate!
2. Get rid of leftovers so you are not tempted to continue eating unhealthy foods.
3. Eat fiber-rich foods for breakfast like oatmeal that will help you stay feeling full. 
4. Eat lean proteins like eggs or chicken soup to help you feel re energized.
5. Antioxidants!! Consume plenty of fruits and veggies rich in antioxidants like kale, berries and tomatoes.

Puzzles Can Help Prevent or Delay Dementia or Alzheimer’s!

National Puzzle Day was January 29th! Doing puzzles is a great exercise for your brain, and scientific studies have even shown that having lifelong experience doing puzzles may help delay or prevent the onset dementia or Alzheimer’s. The study also indicated that those already with mild to severe Alzheimer’s who did puzzles twice a week showed improved scores on memory and cognition tests! They also reported having a better quality of life. Some benefits of puzzles include:

• Feeling good about accomplishing a puzzle
• Doing puzzles can a kind of meditation, where you are focusing, relaxed and breathing. Meditation has proven overall health benefits.
• Positive social interaction (teamwork!) when doing puzzles with others. Puzzles are fun for those of all ages, so it can be a whole family activity too
• Helps increase visual perception and memory
• Practice fine motor skills
• Accessible for all those with physical limitations
• You can do a puzzle any time of year, inside or outside!

January is Bath Safety Month

January is Bath Safety Month! At Private Home Care we prioritize safety and well being. We encourage and teach awareness of bath safety. Did you know:

More tips: http://www.healthmonitor.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/basics-treatment/written-article/10-top-tips-bathroom-safety

January is National Soup Month

January is National Soup Month! Who doesn’t love soup?! It is the perfect dish for cold winter weather. There are so many flavors and choices, and it is easy to eat. Most soups freeze well so you can save some for later! We love soup for lunch at Private Home Care on cold days (especially lentil soup!).

Eating soup helps you feel fuller with fewer calories, and it is a great way to consume more vegetables. Grab a spoon and dig into some soup!

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National Give a Compliment Day!

Today is National Give a Compliment Day! Compliments make you and the person you are giving it to feel good! It can really make someone’s day and can even have a ‘butterfly effect’ where they pass a compliment forward. Receiving compliments can help someone feel noticed, validated, appreciated, or confident. Giving and receiving sincere compliments help encourage positive attitudes, and at Private Home Care we believe that the more positivity is spread around, the better!

Women’s Healthy Weight Day!

Women’s healthy weight day January 23 2020. Private Home Care is particularly passionate about women’s health. Any woman will tell you that it is harder for women to lose weight than men. This is because women store higher levels of fat in their body and men have higher levels of muscle. Women are typically smaller boned than men, so their caloric needs are lower, which means when eating at a restaurant it is easier for women to overeat. Women also experience more hormonal changes throughout the aging process. They have different needs at different times, which can be challenging to maintaining a healthy weight. 

Here are some steps you can take to maintain a healthy weight:

1. Consult with your doctor – they can help you set realistic goals and order screening tests that provide insight about your weight. 
2. Drink water regularly.
3. Get enough sleep!
4. Eat more fruits and veggies.
5. Avoid processed foods as much as you can.
6. Regular aerobic exercise – it can be walking or a zumba class at your gym, whichever you like best! It can be helpful to have a ‘workout buddy’ told hold each other accountable and make exercise more fun.