The old adage that the Thanksgiving table is fraught with arguments my not the case this year for many women over 50. With everything that is engulfing our country at the moment, Thanksgiving 2020 may be the most lonely Thanksgiving ever! I hope not! I can not help but become
World Osteoporosis Day aims to make osteoporosis and fracture prevention a global health priority for women over 50. Osteoporosis is a silent disease plaguing many women over 50 and their bones. It is a treatable disease and the chances of preventing and overcoming the disease increase with early detection. Men
Our thoughts shape our words and actions and thus our reality. Some of the ways that women over 50 play mind games include, problem-seeking, storytelling, and a judging mind. These mind games keep us anxious, depressed, and distracted from the things that really matter. What’s getting in the way of
At first, the memes about the year 2020 were funny. It felt that the only way to deal with the quarantine and feel happy was to laugh at what was the year of 2020. As the year is winding down, I am trying to move past it and see those
High blood sugar is synonymous with a plethora of health problems. From cardiovascular disease to diabetes, high blood sugar can pave the way for a host of serious issues. With this in mind, it’s in every woman over 50’s best interest to keep their blood sugar levels in check. Fortunately,
The human body is a wonder, and science has not yet fully replicated the human body’s functions. Although medical science has found many solutions in the case of dysfunction, it is still unable to have a complete duplicate of the real human body. Physical health, emotional, and mental health all
For some odd reason, many people end up feeling less self-assured as they get older. With all of their life experience, it would make sense that people over 50 would have high self-esteem and confidence in themselves. Sadly, this is not the case for many people as they age. Instead
Watching your loved one go through an alcohol or drug addiction is an extremely upsetting and scary situation. This is especially true if this loved one is your child, even if they are an adult. However, there are some healthy ways that you can cope with this experience while also
How is your posture? Do you stand straight and tall, in a manner that would make your mother proud? Do you tend to hunch or slump forward, especially at the end of a long day? If your posture is less-than-perfect, it is important to know that over time, poor posture
As we get older, it seems like we become more stressed, or at least the cortisol levels within our bodies build up. This is true for women over 50, as extra cortisol is a symptom associated with menopause. This can mean that older women start to feel extremely stressed, possibly
When your doctor prescribes pain medication, you likely take it without a second thought. They are a doctor, after all, and you trust their judgment. Whether it’s arthritis pain, back pain, bone deterioration, after-surgery pain management, or injury, doctors commonly prescribe opioids for pain relief. However, opioids have received a
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, one would not have given a second thought to the process of filling a prescription. All that it required was to notify the drugstore of your request, allow them the time to prepare the medication, then simply pick it up at a time that suited your
Alzheimer’s disease currently affects over 5 million Americans. It is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. today. In 2020, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia will cost the nation an estimated $305 billion. All of these statistics, provided by the Alzheimer’s Association, are staggering. It is
Believe it or not, you are about to turn The Big 5-0. While you have already had your share of birthday milestones—your friends still bring up your epic 30th celebration—there is something about turning 50 that seems extra momentous. Whether you are excited about your birthday or would rather skip
Some people say life starts after fifty. Maybe it’s true. One thing that starts after 50 and it’s definitely true is that you will have to take better care of yourself and your health. Five decades of living and your body definitely needs more attention. You can’t eat everything, and your
“How can I find a face mask that’s best for me?” I bet that’s something you didn’t think you’d ever ask yourself on an almost daily basis, but in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s the best way to protect yourself and those around you. Face masks are now a
The greatest struggle for me through COVID-19 has been the separation. Staying connected virtually somehow doesn’t feel the same. Even with no words spoken, sitting at by my parents’ side built a connection. Since I have not been able to connect in person at this time, I have still managed
When people think about removing toxic things from their lives, they often think of stress, ill-intentioned people, or their social media accounts. However, today we will be focusing on removing the things that are literally toxic for you. Many of the products we use every day can have nasty side
Working on mental health may, at times, feel like an all or nothing endeavor. However, like all things in life, it is the small but consistent habits that shape the outcome. Rather than feeling overwhelmed, consider adopting one or more of these five daily habits to improve your overall mental
I’m not if you have asked yourself the same question in the last couple of weeks, but here it goes. With all this talk about the need to wash our hands, have people not been washing their hands all this time? If we have had to remind everyone to wash
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