I always loved eating vegetables and enjoyed mixing them into large salads and sautés for dinner. But many times, in the evening, I felt bloated and gassy and couldn't figure out why. It sometimes got so uncomfortable I had to make multiple trips to the bathroom. This happened sporadically but was starting to get worse. I wondered if something was seriously wrong and told my … [Read more...]
Over 50 Fitness for Women: Why it Should be Fun!
I have always enjoyed working out. When I was in my 20s, I was obsessed with aerobic exercise and attended classes practically every day. The thrill of competing with other women in the class spurred me to keep going. I also learned how to do somersaults and 10 different headstands in my acting class. Now that I’m older, I still enjoy a good workout, but I believe over 50 … [Read more...]
Uncovering the Causes of Incontinence: Why Can’t I Hold My Pee?
We’ve all been in that awkward moment when we suddenly have to pee and can’t hold it. We try to find a bathroom as fast as possible, and when we can’t it can be a very uncomfortable experience. But for some, this experience is not just an occasional inconvenience, it’s a daily struggle. This condition is known as incontinence, and it affects millions of people around the … [Read more...]
How to Get the Best Weight Loss Results When You’re Older
At the end of the year, after all the holiday parties are over, we start thinking about losing weight. We vow to work out hard, go on a diet, and get in shape. Sometimes we overindulge and then get frustrated when we can't shed our extra pounds. It takes older people longer to recover from exercise I’ve been on the weight loss train for a long time ever since I hit … [Read more...]
The Truth About Banishing Belly Fat After Menopause
I’m an apple shape and store most of my fat in my stomach. If you are like me you are more susceptible to heart attacks and strokes so you have to keep your belly fat in check. It is such a common problem for older women that you can't breeze through a checkout line without seeing a magazine headline promising to beat the battle of the tummy bulge. … [Read more...]