Sleep is a basic physiological need that all human beings experience. It is such an important and overwhelming need that we spend about one third of our lives asleep. Unsatisfactory sleep results in irritability, increased pain sensitivity, decreased daytime alertness, and apathy (Webb, 1975). Satisfactory sleep enhances our sense of well-being (Shirmer, 1983). The adverseRead more ⟶
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Older people and food: independence, locality and diet
AbstractSelected findings are presented from 152 semi-structured interviews of people aged 75 and over on the theme of dietary beliefs and practices. Participants resided in urban and rural localities in Scotland and were interviewed in their own homes. Data are presented on the perceived importance of food, defining healthy eating, locality and financial constraints. MaintainingRead more ⟶