The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Menopause Society officially designated October 18th as World Menopause Day and the month of October Menopause month. If you are a woman over 50, you've dealt with it in some way or another. I spoke to Donna Klassen who is the founder of a website called LetsTalkMenopause.org. She, along with Christine Maginnis and … [Read more...]
Nuovoware Water Bottle Carrier: My Favorite Walking Bag
Staying hydrated when you are walking is super important especially when you are older. Injuries are common in seniors who neglect to drink enough water. I found this out several years ago when I suddenly fainted at a dinner party. Now I carry a water bottle wherever I go, in my car, on walks, or anywhere outside of my house. While browsing on Amazon, I found a Neoprene … [Read more...]
How Fad Diet Culture Can Be Damaging to Seniors
It’s essential to pay close attention to your health when you get older. Prioritizing self-care, getting regular exercise, and eating nutritious foods are all important to maintaining your physical and mental health and feeling good as a senior. But an obsession with the diet culture we are bombarded with can have the opposite effect on anyone's well-being, no matter what … [Read more...]
Nielsen Fitness: Your Virtual Personal Trainer for Any Age
The idea of having a virtual personal trainer has always been interesting to me. Now that many of us are conducting business or connecting with friends via online sharing sites, why not? I got the opportunity to do a series of online workout sessions with a fitness consultant from Nielsen Fitness. Here are my thoughts about it. Online assessment The first thing I was … [Read more...]
Four Reasons Why Women Over 50 Should Curb Their Drinking Habits
If you are a woman over 50 who enjoys a daily cocktail or two, you may want to consider either curbing your drinking habits or cutting out alcohol completely. The reason is that the health benefits of doing so are extensive. What stops some women from giving up alcohol are common misconceptions, such as hearing in the news how drinking is beneficial or how challenging it is to … [Read more...]