More Than Just Water: Why Electrolytes Are a Safety Issue for Seniors

In this important episode of the Daily Senior Safety Advice Podcast, host Esther Kane — retired Occupational Therapist, Certified Aging in Place Specialist, and Dementia Care Specialist — breaks down why electrolyte balance is a critical safety issue for older adults. Esther explains how low levels of sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium can cause falls, confusion, muscle weakness, and even symptoms that mimic dementia — and why aging adults are especially at risk. She shares practical, food-first strategies for maintaining healthy electrolyte levels, what warning signs to watch for, and what family caregivers should know when a loved one seems suddenly "off." For more senior safety tips and resources, visit SeniorSafetyAdvice.com (http://SeniorSafetyAdvice.com) .