It seems that everything we put inside and outside of our bodies has a harmful effect. Makeup and skincare ingredients are no exceptions. As a former sales director for a major direct sales skincare company, I often wondered how safe my products were and had concerns about the chemicals used to formulate them. As we grow older and are more prone to diseases like cancer, it … [Read more...]
How to Manage Taking Your Medication Safely
World Health Day in April is about taking care of YOU. One way you can do this is to make sure you take your medication in a way that is safe and effective. Many of us over 50 are being prescribed medications for ailments that are common as we age. We’re also being bombarded with ads, paid for by drug companies, on television targeted to the Baby Boomer demographic. … [Read more...]
Why Eating Clean Will Help You Live Longer and Better
There’s a trending eating style that makes more sense than any “diet” I've ever heard of especially for those of us over 50. It’s called “eating clean.” The concept isn't exactly “new.” Before humans learned how to process food, most of our food was clean, with the exception of a worm or two. If you get into the habit of eating clean, you can enjoy the … [Read more...]
