February is Heart Awareness Month and you’ve probably heard all about how diet and exercise can keep your heart healthy by now. But, did you know that sleep directly correlates to heart health? REM and non-REM sleep is actually crucial for your heart rate. In this article, we will go over how this affects your heart health and different ways seniors can achieve better sleep.
Heart Rate During The Stages of Sleep Each cycle or phase of sleep affects the speed of your heart rate and contributes to the health of your heart. When we first drift off to sleep, our heart rate starts to slow down to its resting rate – meaning our hearts don’t have to work so hard to pump blood throughout our bodies. This stage of light sleep (or Non-REM sleep) is how most of us spend half of the night. When we enter the next phase of sleep, deep sleep, our blood pressure drops and our heart rate slows even more – up to 30% below the resting rate. Then there is an even deeper sleep REM (rapid eye movement) that happens when we dream. During REM sleep, the sympathetic nervous system is activated, causing an increase in heart rate and blood pressure. This is thought to be a protective mechanism to help the body respond to potential danger or stressful situations – like being chased in a bad dream. So, what does this all really mean? In short, entering each stage of sleep successfully every night allows the heart to properly rest and recharge. This is so important because poor sleeping patterns have been linked to a greater risk of developing cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease and strokes. If you or a loved one is having trouble sleeping well, our caregivers in Morris County have put together a list of different ways older adults can improve their sleeping habits. Ways Seniors Can Sleep Better
At Lester Senior Living, our seniors sleep more soundly knowing that one of our staff members is always onsite, and ready to help if the need arises. We can also help residents improve their sleeping habits by changing their bedroom environment and discussing what actions they could take to achieve better sleep. For more information about how we can help seniors sleep better, or if you have any questions about our assisted living in Morris County, please contact us today by visiting our website at: https://jchcorp.org The original blog is posted on - https://jchcorp.org/how-rem-sleep-affects-your-heart/
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Food tells the story of our people, and doughnuts are no exception. These delicious, fried dough treats date back all the way to Jews in the New World. Sufganiyot – doughnuts filled with fruit jam filling and sprinkled with sugar – are the signature food of Hanukkah since 1920. Why? Because the Israeli Labor Federation declared them so, and we’re so glad they did because it’s what we look forward to most this holiday.
If you are looking to make classic Sufganiyot with a little less oil and clean-up, the chefs at JCHC have got you covered with this air-fryer recipe! Sufganiyot Ingredients:
Come celebrate Hanukkah with mom at our warm and inviting senior living campus in Whippany. Our beloved chefs at Lester look forward to serving traditional recipes to commemorate this holiday with residents and their families. For more information about our food and dining options for seniors in Whippany NJ, please come visit us for lunch or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org The original blog is posted on - https://jchcorp.org/the-best-dessert-for-hanukkah-doughnuts/ Selecting an assisted living community for your loved one is a challenging process. After all, it’s an important decision which places the care of mom or dad in the hands of people you do not know. Understandably, this is a major concern for a lot of children of senior parents. How do you know if you can trust an assisted living facility with your loved one? And more importantly, how do you know if you’re making the right choice for everyone involved? In this article, our care team at Lester Senior Living discusses four common mistakes that can easily be made while searching for an assisted living community, and how to avoid them:
Assisted living communities that prioritize independence At JCHC’s Lester Senior Living, we’re all about keeping seniors as independent as possible, while supporting them with personal care services to make their lives easier. Additionally, we are able to scale these services at any point if they require a higher level of care, including professional memory support for Alzheimer’s and dementia residents in our specialized memory care suites. We also offer social programs to encourage residents to get more involved with community life and make new friends along the way. The top priority at all JCHC communities is to ensure each resident gets the help and support they require to live a full and happy life with us. For more information about our senior living communities across New Jersey, please give us a call today or visit our website at: https://jchcorp.org Original content posted on https://jchcorp.org/mistakes-to-avoid-when-looking-for-assisted-living/ This kosher beef brisket is made for special occasions like Hanukkah (which by the way, is just around the corner). If you’re looking for a new dish to serve family during those eight crazy nights, look no further! The hardworking chefs at JCHC’s Lester Senior Living have perfected this delicious beef brisket recipe perfect for the upcoming holiday season. The key to this recipe is cooking the brisket low and slow to break it down, resulting in a more tender piece of meat – yum.
Serves: 8 Cook Time: Slow for at least 5-7 hours (perfect to start the night before). Ingredients:
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This recipe easily serves 6 – 8 people, and is a great leftover for at least a week! Come Try the Food at Lester Senior Living For more information about Jewish senior living in Morris County, NJ, please contact us today: (973) 929-2725. You could also visit our website to learn more about what it’s like to live in a senior community that is part of the Jewish Community Housing Corporation: https://jchcorp.org/ Original content posted on https://jchcorp.org/kosher-beef-brisket-recipe |
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