Unlocking the health benefits of soy products
Genistein is an active ingredient of soy bean. It is found to have anti-cancer properties, it slows down cell growth, and delay ageing.
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The benefits of turmeric for ageing and health
Turmeric has numerous health benefits that include anti-cancer, reduce inflammation, boost immune system, improve brain and heart health.
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3 things you should know about end-of-life planning
End-of-life planning involves Advance Care Planning (ACP), Advance Medical Directive (AMD), and Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA).
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Hospice care provides end-of-life care for the patients
Hospice care is for patients whose life expectancy is six months or less, it enables the patients to live their final days with dignity and respect.
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Palliative care is not necessarily end-of-life care
Palliative care is a care that provides comfort, relief, and support to individuals facing serious illnesses or conditions.
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Taking supplements doesn’t mean you are unwell
Supplement is not the same as medicine. Taking the right supplements can help to overcome the deficiency in health.
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Is ageing-in-place the best solution?
The surge of ageing population and limited supply of eldercare facilities have led to the emerging of a new concept called ageing-in-place.
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Strategies in coping with loneliness and social isolation in old age
Loss of a spouse or close friends, retirement, health issues, or difficulty leaving the house can lead to loneliness and social isolation.
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How does Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs apply to the elderly?
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs consists of five different levels, with the most basic needs at the bottom of the pyramid and the most complex needs at the top.
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Polypharmacy problems in older adults
Polypharmacy increases the risk of adverse reactions through drug interactions which can lead to hospitalization, disability, or even death.
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