Ask anyone over the age of 55 and they will say that growing
older is no so golden. From the general aches and pains of advancing age to
dementia-related diseases, the so-called “Golden Years” are not so shiny.
Health Briefs TV reflects on how older women fare to older men.
A study which ran for 30 years with data from both sexes
aged 65 and over found that men live longer and with less disability than
women. Men in the study lived longer than women in the study and experienced
less disability than women. Disability can be from arthritis, falls which harm
the bones, dementia and other related medical issues.
Older women might want to focus more on quality of life than
quantity. Health Briefs TV encourages both older men and women to remain active
physically and socially, as these ways have been proven to extend and improve
growing older. There are many programs which are free or offered at a low cost
which provide exercises to keep muscles and bones limber and flexible. The same
classes give seniors the opportunity to meet new people, connect with friends
and enjoy an activity together. Most of
the exercise classes can be tailored to a specific participant’s
physicality.
Older women may experience some pitfalls as they age. Men
also experience them. The aforementioned study notes that women tend to focus
how much can be done now as opposed to doing less with more. More time for
family, friends and loved ones. More time to slow down and enjoy a leisurely activity.
Life can be good and good when we are older. Preventative moves can help us
live longer, healthier and more active years.
