Are you losing the battle of the bulge now that you are in the middle of or past menopause? You are not alone. I interviewed Fitness Coach Alicia Jones, who gave me insights on how older women can lose weight and feel better as they age. Alicia lives in Canada and is energetic and thoroughly knowledgeable when it comes to getting results for women in menopause. She has a … [Read more...]
Salmon Cakes with Cucumber Cooler Dip
I visited Amgen Labs a while back to attend an Osteoporosis Summit. While we were there, we participated in a cooking class and learned how to make Salmon Cakes with Cucumber Cooler Dip. Salmon is high in vitamin D and yogurt is a good source of calcium. Both are essential nutrients for bone health. The recipe was so yummy, I wanted to share it with you. Enjoy this … [Read more...]
Why is a Bone Density Scan a MUST for Women Over 50?
I had my bone density scan, which is recommended for women 50+. It’s a quick and easy low-radiation test that takes no more than 10 minutes to complete but it’s so important for our age. My scan indicated that I have Osteopenia. That sounds ominous, but it’s just a scary-sounding name for some bone loss, which is not uncommon for a woman over 65 like me. A visit to Amgen … [Read more...]
Best Fitness Tips to Prevent Bone Loss For Women Over 50
As you age, it's normal to expect that your body will get weaker. By the time you're over 50, you may notice some weakness in your bones that could result in random unexplained pain. Bone loss is to be expected, but there are steps you can take to maintain your bone density and keep your bones from deteriorating, no matter how old you are. Exercising is always a good … [Read more...]
6 Best Strength Training Exercises for Women Over 50
Did you know that as women reach the age of 30, their muscles and tissues lose up to 5% of their mass? And it does not end here. In fact, this percentage increases every decade and much more after the age of 65! Well, aging is inevitable. But, aging gracefully is not. And one of the best ways to age well is to live a healthy lifestyle. Living a Healthy Lifestyle Through … [Read more...]