We talked to expert Dr. Terry Wahls to find out more about this neurodegenerative disorder for Parkinson’s Awareness Month. At her worst, Barbara* suffered severe tremors, had difficulty walking, and had to close her photography business because...
With the lazy days of summer upon us, women everywhere ponder the age-old question: How to find a swimsuit that is comfortable, well-fitting and, most importantly, flatters the body? The key is to emphasize the positive. Don’t...
Using International Living’s vast network of on-the-ground contacts and correspondents, this year’s Index—the most extensive over the last the last 28 years—has several key highlights for the “Best Places to Retire”. Opportunity is a new category; Thailand is now...
Losing items, forgetting people’s names and missing appointments are common and frustrating challenges, but for people 65 and older, such instances can be frightening. It’s a common perception that our memory fades as we age. The human brain...
If your identity has been stolen or you are a victim of credit-card fraud, notify all credit-card companies and tell them to issue you a new card. Place a credit-card freeze on your account with the three...
Intermittent weather prevents people from playing their favorite sports or physical activities which often require an outdoor space, such as tennis, cycling, or hiking. Fortunately, with the wide range of sports and other physical activities these days,...
Is your hair showing your age? Have you been wearing the same hairstyle for the past 20 years? Whether its changed texture as you’ve gotten older, lost its luster, or has gone gray, now is the time...
Insight into my DNA has been made possible by personal genomics. Now, I am able to know whether I have cancer-causing or other alterations in my genes. However, you might be someone who adamantly refuses to learn about...
Recent studies conclude that high glucose levels can negatively affect memory and impair cognition, sugar can indirectly dissolve memory! In fact, individuals with diabetes, a condition that causes elevated high blood sugar levels are known to have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s...
It seems as if every year the holiday season begins earlier. Along-side Halloween costumes in the stores are dancing Santa’s and reindeer. But in our mad dash to get our home decorated for the holidays and organize the gatherings,...
Are you wondering if chiropractic treatment is all it’s cracked up to be? Here’s what you can expect if you decide to undergo a chiropractic treatment plan. Getting older can mean more doctors and new treatments. As...
Ever glance off at a pretty sunset only to feel your car tires jarring along the roadside? Truth is, if we focus exclusively on driving between the yellow lines, we avoid veering. We can apply this principle...
Are you suffering from lost sleep and low energy due to menopausal sleep disturbance symptoms like night sweats and hot flashes? A new sleep product can provide relief and help you get the rest you need, without...
Thanksgiving dinner can be enjoyed in any sized space, with whatever furniture and resources you have. Thanksgiving in a small apartment is possible and there are plenty of tips that can help you make the most of...
When it comes to makeup for women of all ages, everyone has an opinion—some say that society pressures women to live up to certain standards of beauty, while makeup enthusiasts say that wearing makeup is confidence-boosting part...
October has come and gone, and as we barrel into November, everyone’s focus seems to have shifted to Thanksgiving and beyond. Radio stations have begun playing Christmas music; stores and shopping malls have already put out their...