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Manage and Improve Hand and Arm Health with Stretching

It is not uncommon for women over 50 to develop some discomfort and aches in their hands and arms. While some of the pains could be considered minor, some of the conditions can lead to longer term concerns. You are not alone in this and LivingBetter50 has some stretching activities

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Integrative Approaches to Cancer Pain Management

The pain that a patient experiences with a diagnosis such as cancer is a prevalent and distressing symptom for many, significantly affecting their quality of life. Effective cancer pain management is crucial in providing holistic care. Traditional pharmacological treatments, such as opioids and non-opioid analgesics, are commonly used but often

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Is Padel the Ultimate Sport for 2024?

As we begin a new year, the world of sports is witnessing a surge in popularity for Padel, the exciting racquet sport that combines elements of pickleball, tennis, and squash. Played on a rectangular court surrounded by walls, usually made of glass or mesh, Padel involves doubles matches where the

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6 Ways To Improve Metabolic Function After 50

Metabolic function is a series of complex processes in your body allowing your cells to function correctly, thus converting food into energy. Your age, sex, genetics, muscle mass, activity level, and body fat all contribute to the speed of your metabolism. Over time, your metabolism slows down, and hormonal shifts

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How Women Over 50 Can Firm Up Their Upper Arms

Excess, flabby skin on your upper arms can be frustrating to deal with any time of year, but especially when warmer weather calls for tank tops. You may have heard of the term “bat wings” before, and if you’d like to improve and tone up this problematic area, LivingBetter50 has

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Why Fasting, Not Caloric Restriction, Reduces Body Fat in Women Over 50

It has long been asserted that caloric restriction is the only effective method for reducing body fat, yet few people have success losing and keeping off weight with intermittent fasting diets, which work differently. In his WSJ Bestselling book, Weightlifting is a Waste of Time – So is Cardio, scientist, inventor, and

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How to Adjust Your Diet and Exercise as You Age

Getting older comes with various implications, most of which are not pleasant for the average person. You have to make various adjustments to your lifestyle, and you have to be particularly careful to adjust your diet and exercise if you don’t want to find yourself struggling a decade or two

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Staying Fit and Strong as a Senior Couple

Once you reach your senior years, it’s more important than ever to stay fit and healthy. However, as you move through the aging process, your mobility and cognitive function will begin to decline, which is why it’s time to factor in regular exercise for maintaining an excellent quality of life.

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Recent Inventions that Changed Life for the Better

Technology is always evolving. Our need to improve human life expectancy and quality helps to drive technology and is constantly steering innovators towards new and exciting projects. The last couple of years, in particular, have seen an impressive selection of new inventions that are transforming the way we live. Recent

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Women Over 50 Biohacking Wellness

Do you take supplements and vitamins for your wellness? Many women over 50 take a handful of supplements each day biohacking their bodies with the microelements and nutrients needed for healthy and functioning bodies. Biohacking is a new technology and method of delivering essential microelements needed by our bodies. The

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January 14 is Quitters Day

The New Year is off to a fresh start, but many resolutions are close to their expiration date. “Quitters Day”, which falls on January 14th this year, typically signifies the end of many resolutions made before New Year’s Eve. How can people really stick to their resolutions and make changes

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Tips on Selecting a Backpack for Rucking

Whether you’re looking through options to determine a suitable backpack that will best fit your rucking needs for a fitness excursion or preparing for your GORUCK challenge, having the appropriate pack is crucial. After all, it’ll keep your gear safe and secure, help you avoid injury, and help you stay

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Brain and Body Performance Leader Launches Immersive, Personalized Golf Program

A global leader in brain and body performance, Aviv Clinics, is now offering the Aviv Golf Performance Program, a world-class experience with more than 50 courses and three expert academies led by PGA/LPGA instructors, designed with an intensive focus on golf skill and capabilities. Centered around Aviv’s proprietary hyperbaric oxygen

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4 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Be More Physically Active

All of our actions are driven by different levels of motivation. It usually takes less effort to do something once you make a habit to motivate yourself. If the task is easy to fit into your daily routine and you genuinely enjoy it, you’re far more likely to keep going.

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Hearing Loss Signs to Watch for in your Partner

Considering one in eight people in the U.S. has hearing loss, there’s a good chance it’s happening to someone you know. Most people wait an average of seven years to act on it, mainly because they don’t think it’s “that bad” or they think hearing aids will make them look

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8 Supplements to Try for a Healthier Lifestyle

People looking for a healthier lifestyle often look at supplements with a suspicious side-eye, but they shouldn’t. There are plenty of supplements out there with benefits that have largely been proven by science. Some of them are routinely being prescribed by healthcare professionals.  There are supplements for virtually everything today.

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Ways Women Over 50 Can Turn Back Time and Improve Their Health

Time certainly takes its toll. It has an undeniable impact on how we look, and on how our bodies function and feel. From the development of fine lines and other facial creases to stiff, aching joints and muscles, the passage of time definitely makes its mark. The good news is

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Tips to Keep Your Feet and Ankles Injury-Free

When it comes to exercise and looking after the body, most people tend to overlook their feet and ankles, focusing instead on their legs, upper body, and core.  Your feet are your foundation and carry the entire weight of your body, so their importance should not be underestimated, since your

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