We all want to stay young and healthy and health marketers are keenly aware of it. They try to sell us products that will make us slimmer, stronger, sexier, and ageless. This is particularly true for the Baby Boomer demographic that spends big bucks on snake oil that doesn't live up to its claims. It's important to avoid health marketing scams that will drain your bank … [Read more...]
Can Menopause Cause Panic Attacks?
As we age, our hormones naturally begin to drop. Some will drop more than others and the impacts can be profound. For example, when a woman is in her late 30s, her testosterone levels are more than 50% lower than they were when she was 20. Other hormones that drop with age are estrogen and progesterone and lead to perimenopause and menopause and a whole world of … [Read more...]
Do You Wake up to Seemingly Endless Nights?
Everyone has their own sleep patterns but one thing I hear over and over from older people is that they wake up several times at night. Some can’t sleep at all and have insomnia. Others are light sleepers and wake up whenever they hear a sound. In my case, I go to sleep and wake up at the same time but wake up several times to what I call “endless nights.” My endless … [Read more...]
7 Exercises To Avoid After Knee Surgery
Naturally, the knee joint is designed to work properly when it is exercised. This is why exercise is so important, especially as you age. Exercise strengthens knee muscles so that they can carry more weight. After knee surgery, you may be afraid that participating in physical exercise might exacerbate the problem. Your concerns are genuine; activity could worsen the injury … [Read more...]
Why Good Eye Care is a Must As You Age
The first thing people look at when they have a conversation with you is your eyes because they are windows into your soul. But, as we all know, age takes a toll on them after a while. But good eye care is important when you're older and you have to be especially diligent about it to avoid problems that can affect everything from driving safely to your balance. I’ve spent … [Read more...]
