Dr. Tara Allmen, MD is the author of Menopause Confidential. She's a New York City gynecologist who specializes in vaginal health for women over 40. When I spoke to her, she gave me some enlightening tips for menopausal women. (which she says, never really ends) Her book is written with a sense of humor and has fun chapter names like: But it's also thoroughly … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Repair Damaged Hair and Bring Back it’s Luster Over 50
Remember when your hair used to be soft, shiny, and bouncy like in a Miss Clairol commercial? But after decades of coloring, sitting in the sun, blow-drying, ratting, teasing, globs of Dippity Do, and suffering through menopause it's become dull, dry, and lifeless. Well, it doesn’t have to be like that. Here are 5 tips on how to repair damaged hair and give it a more youthful … [Read more...]
Trimdin Reversible Travel Jacket | Fashion Over 50
Do you love a great jacket? I do, especially if it's beautifully made and has a ton of style. But, what's even better is when it's reversible because it can be worn with different color palettes and is perfect when you travel. Trimdin gave me a fabulous reversible jacket to try on and it was just what I was looking for. My love of fine craftsmanship comes from my mother who … [Read more...]
Yom Kippur: Celebrities Lift Their Spirits at Temple of the Arts – Beverly Hills
Religion is a bastion for enlightenment and in many cases, the source of disparity in the world. I attended Yom Kippur services at the “Temple of the Arts” in Beverly Hills. It’s a congregation that includes celebrities and other members of the entertainment community. Services took place at the beautiful art deco Saban Theater on Wilshire Blvd. (formerly The Fox … [Read more...]
Homemade Bone Broth with Chicken and Vegetables
The reason chicken soup is considered to be Jewish penicillin is partly that it's made with bone broth. There are so many health benefits from cooking down bones for hours to extract all their goodness. I added protein and vegetables to this homemade bone broth recipe and turned it into a rich and nutritious soup. Enjoy this recipe! The benefits of drinking bone … [Read more...]