Nutrition
This nutrient helps keep your bones and teeth strong
What is calcium?
how much sleep should an adult get each night?
Most adults should get at least 7 hours of sleep each night.
Myth or Fact: Depression is just a normal, inevitable part of getting older.
What is a Myth?
What should you use to take your medicine at the right time each day?
A pill organizer.
On average, this is how many glasses of water we should drink daily.
What is eight 8-ounce glasses per day?
This type of fat is generally considered healthier and is found in foods such as avocados, nuts, and olive oil.
What is unsaturated fat?
Why is sleep so important?
Sleep helps the body rest and repair, supports the immune system, improves memory, concentration, mood, and overall health.
Spending time talking to friends, joining a club, or calling family helps prevent this major mental health risk factor for seniors.
What is loneliness/social isolation?
Should you share your prescription medicine with someone else?
No, even if you have the same type of medication the dose may not be the same
This largest organ of the human body acts as a protective shield and helps regulate temperature.
What is the skin?
This vitamin is important for bone health and helps the body absorb calcium. It can be obtained from sunlight and foods such as fatty fish and fortified milk.
What is Vitamin D?
What are some signs you are not getting enough sleep?
Fatigue, daytime sleepiness, difficulty concentrating, irritability, low energy, and trouble staying awake
Foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon and walnuts, are widely celebrated for supporting this specific upper-body organ.
What is the brain?
What should you do if a medicine makes you dizzy?
Sit or lie down safely and tell someone/your healthcare provider
This muscular organ pumps roughly 100,000 times a day to keep blood flowing through the body.
What is the heart?
Beans, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are good sources of this nutrient, which helps prevent constipation and supports digestive health
What is fiber?
what is sleep hygiene?
Sleep hygiene refers to healthy habits and behaviors that promote good-quality sleep, such as keeping a consistent sleep schedule, limit long naps, exercise regularly and avoid alcohol and caffeine before bed.
Our body releases this chemical when we exercise.
What is endorphins?
What information should be included on your medication list?
Medicine name, dose, and how/when you take it
David's father has three sons: Snap, Crackle and _____.
Who is David?
Older adults are at greater risk of losing muscle mass. This process is called (blank) and eating enough protein and staying physically active can help slow it down
What is sarcopenia?
how does caffeine affect sleep?
caffeine is a stimulant that can make it harder to fall asleep and reduces sleep quality. Avoid caffeine at least 6 hours before bed
Ways to manage stress.
What is good nutrition, hydration, and sleep, as well as staying active, social, and keeping up with hobbies?
What should you do before taking a new medicine for pain, sleep, or a cold?
Check with your doctor or pharmacist first
This has hands but cannot clap.
What is a clock?