Spending time outdoors in the summer is one of the best activities as you get older. But don’t forget that as we age, our skin loses elasticity and its ability to block harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. So, before you step into direct sunlight, strengthen your skin with the right sun protection. The Hazards of Seniors Getting Too Much Sun While sunlight stimulates Vitamin D … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Keep Your Feet and Knees from Aching Over 60
My feet and knees have been aching lately. I believe part of it is because I am the main babysitter for my infant grandson, who, at the time I am writing this, just turned 7 months old. For a baby who was born at 4.5 lbs, he is becoming a football player. It's not his fault, though, because most of my problems started when I was a kid. My ankles turned in, and I was told to … [Read more...]
The Best Hiking Gear for Women Over 50 2026
During my trip to the Canadian Rockies, I went on an Alpine day hike at gorgeous Lake Louise with my daughter. Our hike wasn’t Everest but was challenging for me as a Baby Boomer. Our guide gave us tips and turned us on to hiking gear that made our day hike much easier. Train beforehand I walk most days but there’s a difference between walking on flat ground and climbing … [Read more...]
The Hidden Toll of Chemotherapy Treatments: Tips for Women’s Health Over 50
Experiencing a catastrophic illness may seem insurmountable for older women who are skeptical about transitioning hormonal changes, family responsibilities, and workplace demands. Those who undergo difficult chemotherapy treatments experience immense tolls on their physical and emotional well-being. Chemotherapy speeds up the aging process. The tips below can help women in … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Falls at Home for People Over 50
When we think of falling, we often associate it with being outside where a sidewalk isn’t even, or for other reasons we can’t control. But falling at home is common and can mess you up if you are older. I face-planted twice in two weeks. The first time was outside while I was walking. I tripped on a dried seed pod and fell forward. I was lucky that I only scratched my elbow … [Read more...]