Should I Trust a Physician’s Assistant? The Case for a Growing Field of Health Experts
Dr. W, an orthopedic surgeon, leaned towards me and launched into a lecture.
“We can’t determine what you need without an x-ray,” he barked, cutting me off in mid-sentence. Read More
Face It! What You Put on Your Face Matters, Especially After 55
Hyaluronic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Retinols, Biotin, Ceramides, CoQ10, Jojoba Oil, Resveratrol… How is an aging woman to choose the best and safest lotions and potions to apply for a youthful appearance? Here are some dos and don’ts when it comes to retaining glowing, smooth skin as you age.
Read More5 Everyday Health Hacks for Women Over 60
“Your life does not get better by chance; it gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn
January, the month of resolutions and new beginnings, is quickly passing. What is it you want to accomplish with your health this year?
Read MoreDancing, Saving and Losing Weight After 60
I hope that you are having a wonderful day! As I write to you, the snow is falling outside, but, I am tucked up, all cozy, with a cup of Earl Grey tea. This really is a wonderful season! Today, I have some great articles to share. First, we’ll talk about the benefits (both physical and mental) of dancing after 60. Then, I will give some advice for getting more from your savings. We also have an article that focuses on how to maintain a healthy weight at any age. And, this is just the beginning! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More
What Does it Really Mean to be in the “Sandwich Generation”
Are we the generation which had it all?
The bra-burning brigade of the 1960s led us to believe we could have everything we wanted – a fabulous job, a happy family, a beautiful home, leisure time by the bucket-load because of all the labour-saving gadgets, good health, cars, holidays – you name it, it was ours for the taking. Read More
Stop Counting Calories and Points to Lose Weight After 50
Have you been counting calories or points ever since you can remember and still struggle with losing weight after 50? In reality, being overweight has much less to do with calories than it has to do with food choices. Read More
Want to Sleep Better? Stop Consuming these 6 Things Before Bed
As with so many aspects of aging, it’s easy to blame our poor sleep patterns on our bodies. I reality, there are plenty of simple things we can do to sleep better after 60. In this article, I’ll explain how what you eat in the hours before bed may be keeping you up at night. Read More
How to “Unthink” Your Way Into Overcoming Loneliness
A recent study saying that loneliness and social isolation are a major health hazard is no surprise to millions of people who are alone and lonely. Not having the fundamental human experience of connectedness is painful and even dangerous, especially if you are older. Read More
4 Reasons Why You Might Want to Start Yoga as an Older Student
Yoga is not age-dependent – toddlers to centenarians can and do enjoy it. Accessible yoga is one of the major trends these days. Accessible yoga means that proper modifications make yoga available to everyone. Read More
4 Amazing Things Happen When You Start Doing Balance Exercises After 50
Most people think that balance exercises are for preventing falls. Nothing could be further from the truth! Read More