How your senses change as you age, and how to protect them
Did you know your five senses can change over time?
HEALTH Aging
It's a fact of life that when we age, our senses change as well. Our hearing, vision, taste, smell, and touch become less sharp, and these sensory changes can affect our lifestyles. Our vision declines, and our hearing gets worse. Also, our brains don’t react as quickly as they used to, and we may have problems communicating, enjoying activities, and interacting with people. Sensory changes can also lead to isolation.
So, what can we do to protect our senses? Click on to find out.