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C1 Physical changes GapFill
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There are physical changes that occur with ; for example, an increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease, where fat and cholesterol can build up over time and stick to the walls of the blood . This clogging is called . It can raise blood pressure and even lead to a stroke or a heart attack. This risk can be increased by a history of heart disease or by poor lifestyle choices such as smoking or a fatty diet. Osteoarthritis is a condition that also increases with age. Osteoarthritis is wear and tear on the , which can cause pain and can restrict mobility and the ability to perform daily living tasks.
Other ways in which the body may degenerate with age include the degeneration of the . For example, older people may experience loss of balance, loss of hearing and vision and loss of taste and smell. A common condition that might be experienced is the development of , or hazy and blurry vision caused by . Older people may also need to reconsider their diet and try to include more protein-rich food, such as eggs, pulses, dairy and lean meat, due to the reduction in the ability of the body to absorb nutrients.
Cognitive and intellectual ability may also be affected by age as blood flow to the brain decreases, which can increase the risk of . is the commonest form of dementia. It can cause slower reflexes and decreased sensation as well as loss of . This may lead to some individuals not even being able to recognise family members.
All of these physical changes can lead to a decrease in the ability to perform everyday tasks. They can also reduce mobility, which can lead to an individual being isolated and lonely as they may find it difficult to get out and about. They may also find it difficult to sleep or to control their , causing embarrassment or irritability.