It was retired U.S. athlete Jackie Joyner-Kersee who said: “Age is no barrier. It’s a limitation you put on your mind.” As we grow older, however, it becomes increasingly important to pay close attention to our health and well-being. Regardless of how active we are or how healthy a diet we are following, our bodies eventually begin to display signs of aging. While … [Read more...]
Why Preventive Healthcare Starts with What You Eat
Your body is surprisingly similar to your car in many ways. It’s important to get routine maintenance done, especially with age. You’ve also got to have the right fuel to keep everything running smoothly and correctly. And finally, the better you take care of it and utilize preventive healthcare measures now, the longer it will last. This means eating the right foods, taking … [Read more...]
The CEO of Albertini Int. Skincare Talks About Hydration During Menopause
Do you look at your skin nowadays and think to yourself . . . Mom, is that you? Is it dry, blotchy, and saggy? That's what happens when we get older unless we’re super diligent. I asked the CEO of Albertini International for her thoughts about hydration over 50 and how menopause affects our skin. Valorie Albertini has been deeply involved in the beauty business … [Read more...]
Tracey Thomas Directed Her First Film Over 60
I love it when women do things they’ve never done before. Tracey Thomas is a Baby Boomer from Milwaukee who produced and directed the documentary “My First and Last Film.” Now on Amazon Prime. She interviewed people she met who were over 60 to find out how they felt about aging. While the film was in production, Dennis, her cinematographer/ boyfriend is diagnosed with ALS … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Bring Back That Youthful Glow to Your Mature Skin
Walk into any department store or major retailer, and you’ll find dozens of skincare creams for sale, all promising more youthful skin. Most of the creams are expensive, but are they worth the money? If you take a closer look at the skincare ingredients, you’ll find most of the products are nothing more than a basic moisturizer in a stylish bottle, backed by a catchy marketing … [Read more...]