Diabetes Is Not a Normal Part of Aging
I would like to take the time to acknowledge the 37 million people who live with diabetes in America today (and the additional 100 million living with pre-diabetes). They inspire us to help with the ongoing fight to develop better treatment options…
Read MoreThe Impact of Emotional Eating on Your Overall Well-being
Emotional eating, the tendency to use food as a coping mechanism for emotional distress, can have significant implications for overall well-being. Emotional eating usually develops gradually, influenced by a variety of factors. It often begins as a seemingly innocent response to occasional emotional discomfort or stress. At first, it may provide a temporary sense of […]
Read More“Oh, I Could Write a Book…” Well, Maybe You Should!
It’s an expression we’ve all heard and probably have said more than a few times. First comes a long string of annoying circumstances or stubborn challenges, repeated frustrations or just plain foolishness. Then the punchline: “Oh, I could write a book…
Read MoreWalking Well: Look Ahead to Feel More Confident Walking
Would you like to feel steadier on your feet when walking? Would you like to stand up taller and feel more confident when you’re out and about? If you’re starting to feel unsteady, you’ll know how much this can affect your enjoyment…
Read MoreAromatherapy for Menopause Relief: A Natural Approach to Managing Symptoms
Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s menstrual cycles. It is diagnosed after a woman has gone 12 months without a menstrual period. While it’s a natural part of aging, the transition to menopause…
Read MoreBest Mattresses for Seniors – How to Choose the Best Mattress for Your Aging Body
As we get older, we learn to put up with life’s little aches and pains. Even if we have avoided major injuries and chronic health conditions, we probably feel a little stiff from time to time. “It’s ok,” we think to ourselves, “that’s just a part…
Read More7 Wellness Retreats in the USA
Are you looking for some much-needed pampering and self-care? Wellness retreats offer a haven where you can escape the hectic pace and constant demands of daily life, immersing yourself in activities and experiences that nourish your mind, body, and soul…
Read More10 Tips for Encouraging Resistant Elderly Parents to Accept Assistance
My aunt is like my third parent. She taught in schools around the world and spent every summer living with us. Always single and with no children of her own, she has been, in my mind, a part of our immediate – not extended – family. I love and adore her…
Read MoreNurturing Physical Well-Being Amidst Estrangement: A Heartfelt Guide for Parents Over 60
Estrangement from a child is a profoundly emotional and heart-wrenching experience, regardless of age. For parents over 60, the added layers of age-related concerns can make this situation even more complex…
Read More7 Best All Natural Concealers for Aging Skin
Concealers are great for covering up pigmented spots and unsightly under-eye dark circles. Personally, I have always dealt with dark circles that are genetic if I look at other family members who have the same issue. So, that being said…
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