Attencia, a private home care provider in New York, discusses the correlation between obesity and age, and how to tackle this problem.
NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Attencia is a private home care division of Americare that hopes to help seniors and home health aides in the New York area. Obesity is an increasingly growing problem among all age groups in the United States and seniors are at an elevated risk of becoming obese. Attencia would like to help to quell this problem for seniors everywhere.
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According to a study from the American Nurses Association, over the past 20 years the proportion of older obese adults has doubled. In part, this statistic is a positive sign, as people are generally living to be older. It is estimated that by 2030, 12 percent of the population will be over 65 years old. Maintaining a healthy weight relies on a balance of energy consumed and expended. As people get older, they generally do not change their calorie intake as their physical activity decreases. Hormonal changes also play a role in the weight gain in older people. Genetic, environmental and social factors may also have a role in the onset of obesity.
Possibly life threatening problems that may result from obesity include cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, and gallbladder disease. People with obesity issues may also develop respiratory, chronic musculoskeletal and skin problems. Keeping a balanced diet and exercise regiment is essential in preventing obesity with age.
"A senior caregiver can be a great support for seniors trying to combat or prevent obesity. From dietary modifications to exercise classes, there are a number of lifestyle changes with which a home health aide can help. It's important that as you get older you stay strong and flexible. There are a number of different activities that seniors can take at their own pace, such as water aerobics and yoga. This is also a great way to stay social and prevent loneliness or depression, which can also lead to weight gain. For anyone struggling with his or her weight, it's great to have a support system," said Nancy Hann, Senior VP at Attencia and Americare Inc.
To learn more about the quality home care services from Attencia, visit http://www.Attencia.com or call 1-866-331-6873. Attencia's social media profiles can be found on Facebook and Twitter at https://www.facebook.com/Attencia and https://twitter.com/AttenciaNY, respectively.
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