Health problems such as dehydration and digestive issues during summers can cause loss of appetite amongst seniors. By including hydrating and delicious summer recipes in their diet, seniors can ensure that their nutritional needs are met. Here are a few amazing summer recipes:   1. Fruit salad:    Fruit salad is easy to make and can be customised to meet individual tastes. A bowl of delicious fruit salad is rich in fibre for a healthy gut, micronutrients that keep your body working at its best, and antioxidants to fight diseases.    Ingredients:    For the dressing    3 tbsp cup honey 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice Zest of 1 lemon   For the salad    2 to 3 strawberries, chopped  1 banana, sliced  2 kiwis, sliced 2 apples, peeled and chopped Half a mango, peeled and chopped   How to make it ?    In a bowl, mix honey, orange juice, and lemon zest. Add fruits to a mixing bowl and add the dressing. Toss the fruits gently to combine. Before serving, sprinkle chia seeds on top.    2. Tomato soup:  It’s a healthy alternative to evening tea. Pair the soup with a crusty roll and enjoy the rich flavours.    Ingredients:   2 to 3  tablespoons unsalted butter  1 medium size onion, chopped  ½ tsp ginger  3 to 4 fresh tomatoes, peeled and crushed  1 ½ cups of water or vegetable stock 1/2 teaspoon salt   How to make it?    Melt butter in a pot and add chopped onion.  Add ginger and sauté. Slowly, pour 2 cups of water, crushed tomatoes with their juices, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a simmer. Cook for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.  Blend the soup, and then season to taste. For extra flavour, add basil and oregano.    3. Roasted potatoes:    The goodness of roasted potatoes and aroma of herbs make it a perfect meal.   Ingredients:   3 to 4 medium size potatoes  2 tsp minced garlic or garlic powder  3 tbsp olive oil  Salt Thyme  Oregano  Rosemary  Blackpepper    How to make it?    Skin the potatoes and cut them into pieces. Soak, rinse and pat dry the potatoes. In a mixing bowl, put potatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and all the herbs. Gently toss them. Spread the coated potatoes over a greased baking sheet. Preheat the oven for 10 minutes. Place the baking sheet inside the oven and cook for about 30 minutes at 200 degree Celsius.    Looking for senior citizen retirement homes in Bangalore that promote a holistic lifestyle?  Explore The Virtuoso, Budigere Cross, our premium retirement home in Bangalore. A welcoming senior living community that will have trained chefs offering our residents nourishing home-style food. Besides that, our senior citizen home will have a wellness centre, swimming pool, rubberised jogging track, and yoga deck that will help our residents stay healthy. To know more about The Virtuoso, book a virtual tour or call us at +91 8884555554.

Yoga is one of the best forms of exercise for seniors. With proper yoga training, seniors can improve their flexibility and balance. However, many seniors are not able to do yoga because of mobility challenges. Lying on a mat on the floor can be difficult for them. For seniors with mobility issues, chair yoga can help. As the name suggests, chair yoga is a form of yoga that can be done while sitting. It is comfortable, calming, and includes gentle stretches that are designed to improve a range of motion. As one of the leading senior citizen retirement homes in Bangalore, we share a few useful insights on chair yoga for seniors:    Improves strength and flexibility: One of the major benefits of doing chair yoga is that it helps seniors improve their ability to bend, twist, stretch, and move more freely. According to a study, chair-based exercise helps seniors improve balance, gait speed, and grip strength.   Helps gain balance: Chair yoga helps build strength. More strength can lead to better balance, which can reduce their risk for falls. According to a study, chair-based exercise is a safe intervention for seniors who may be at risk for falls. Improves mood: Yoga breathing can lift mood and improve emotional health. For many yoga asanas, seniors must breathe consciously which is a great way to practise mindfulness. According to a study, conscious breathing and meditation have therapeutic effects that cultivate a sense of calmness and promote relaxation.  Acts as pain reliever: Many seniors often do not practise standing yoga as they suffer from back pain and joint pain. There are many chair yoga asanas (poses) that benefit seniors who suffer from pain. Be it back pain, neck pain, or shoulder pain, doing chair yoga over a sustained period can help seniors get relief from pain.    Explore senior community living in Bangalore that promotes positive ageing Our senior citizen retirement homes in Bangalore will have a dedicated yoga and aerobics deck, fitness centre, and swimming pool offering residents opportunities to stay physically active. For seniors who love gardening, there will be a community planting patch on the rooftop. There will be a podium to ensure that seniors do not have to bend too much to enjoy gardening. The senior living community will follow the highest standards for senior health and safety. To know more, call us at +91 8884555554 or book a virtual tour.

It is not always easy to find the perfect gifts for seniors as they have accumulated so many things over the years. Rather than gifting the seniors in your life yet another showpiece that will sit on the shelf, give them gifts that will make their lives easier, healthier, and happier. Whether you are looking for a birthday, holiday, or retirement gift, here are a few gift ideas that are likely to promote health and happiness in seniors:  Preloaded music player: With CDs and cassettes becoming passe, seniors often struggle to keep up with the modern technology and devices. There are many preloaded music players available in the market that are easy to operate. Setting up the player is a one-time process and once that is done, seniors can enjoy the pre-loaded songs. You can also check this informative read on how music benefits seniors emotionally as well as physically.  Wearable medical alert and fall detection system: If your loved one lives alone, a wearable medical alert and fall detection system can be a thoughtful gift. Wearable devices equipped with motion sensors can detect falls. Also, some devices come with a call button that seniors can press to immediately seek medical help, Digital photo frames: For many seniors, there is nothing like going through family photos and reliving the happier times. A digital photo frame helps seniors feel connected with their special moments from the past.  Meal delivery service: Eating nutritious food is important for seniors to maintain good health. However, many seniors struggle to cook. To help them enjoy delicious and healthy home-cooked meals, you can subscribe to meal delivery services on their behalf. You can find many online catering services that offer healthy meals that meet the nutritional needs of the seniors.  Activity boxes: There are many activity boxes that are designed for adults and include colouring books, puzzles, and word search books. Here is a list of creative activities that help seniors cope with stress and find their purpose in life again.  Senior community living in Bangalore – where positive ageing is the focus.   If you are looking for vibrant retirement communities for your parents or loved ones, explore our senior citizen retirement homes in Bangalore. To know more about life at The Virtuoso, Budigere Cross, Bangalore, India’s first independent senior living community designed to international standards, call us at +91 8884555554 or book a virtual tour. 

For seniors, meditation offers a host of physical and emotional benefits. It has been found that meditation can reduce stress and symptoms of depression. Also, meditation can help people cope with chronic pain. But what are the most effective types of meditation? Well, the answer is simple – it is different for everyone. There are different kinds of meditation techniques from different traditions and cultures. If you are new to meditation, here are some of the popular types of meditation techniques. As one of the leading senior living homes in Bangalore, we have curated a list of techniques that can balance your mind, body, and spirit.   Mindfulness meditation: Several successful leaders practise mindfulness meditation to improve their productivity. From LinkedIn’s CEO Jeff Weiner to Ford Motor Company’s Executive Chairman Bill Ford, many leaders have acknowledged the importance of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness meditation is a mental training practice where seniors learn to slow down their thoughts, let go of negative emotions, and calm their mind and body. Mindfulness meditation encourages one to be aware of the present moment rather than fearing the future or dwell on the past.  Spiritual meditation: Many seniors during their retirement years seek spiritual growth. Spiritual meditation can help seniors connect with God or a higher power. Spiritual meditation is used across the globe in countless religions and cultures. It can be practised in a place of worship or in a place that is devoid of distraction.  Movement meditation: Seniors who find the idea of sitting in one place difficult, can practise movement meditation. Movement meditation is also ideal for seniors who have a wandering mind. A senior can practise movement meditation while doing yoga. Also, this technique can be practised by seniors while they are walking, dancing, jogging, gardening, or even doing household chores.  Mantra meditation: Mantra meditation is one of the most common meditation techniques followed by seniors. This can be helpful for seniors who struggle to concentrate. In this technique, seniors choose a word or phrase that they keep on focussing and repeating while they meditate.    At our senior living homes in Bangalore, the day starts with yoga, meditation sessions, and breathing exercises. There are yoga decks, meditation zones, and open green spaces where our residents can relax, meditate, or self-reflect. If you want to know more about our senior citizen retirement homes in Bangalore, call us at +91 8884555554.

Foot-related problems can limit a senior’s mobility and independence. Reduced mobility can cause poor gait, with balance issues and affect a senior’s mental health. Leading a physically inactive life is also associated with weight gain in seniors. As one of the leading senior citizen retirement homes in Bangalore, we have curated a list of common foot problems among seniors and can be done to prevent them:    1. Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis among seniors. It mainly affects weight-bearing joints such as knees, hips, and feet. Osteoarthritis happens due to wear and tear of the joints. Though it cannot be fully prevented, daily stress on the joints can be lessened by:  Maintaining a healthy body weight Being physically active  Controlling blood sugar levels   2. Diabetic foot ulcer:  People suffering from diabetes are at a higher risk of developing foot ulcers. Poor blood circulation, high blood sugar levels, and nerve damage can cause foot ulcers.  If foot ulcers are left unchecked and untreated for a long period, they can lead to serious health complications. Ways to prevent diabetic foot ulcers include: Maintaining healthy  blood sugar levels  Maintaining healthy weight to avoid increased stress on the feet Quitting cigarettes and other tobacco products as they can slow the healing process  Wearing fitted shoes Maintaining foot hygiene    3. Gout: Gout is a common form of arthritis that can affect seniors. It causes sudden and severe pain along with swelling, redness, and tenderness in one or more joints.  It commonly affects the big toe. The risk for gout can be reduced by:  Avoiding food items that increase the level of uric acid: Red meat, shellfish, sweetened beverages, alcohol especially beer increase the levels of uric acid in the body. High uric acid content in the blood can cause inflammation and a gout attack.   Maintaining a healthy weight: Obesity leads to excessive production of uric acid.    4. Bone spurs: Bone spurs are bony growths that usually develop near joints. People with osteoarthritis (OA) are much more likely to get bone spurs than those who do not suffer from this health condition. The risk of bony spurs can be reduced by: Maintaining a healthy weight Maintaining good posture Exercising carefully to avoid joint injuries Maintaining proper foot health is important for seniors to stay physically and socially active. As a senior citizen home in Bangalore, we support our residents in maintaining a physically active lifestyle. From fully -equipped gyms and well-maintained open spaces to yoga classes, our senior citizen retirement homes have all the facilities that seniors need to stay physically active. If you want to know more about our retirement homes in Bengaluru, call us at +91 8884555554.