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How Routine Impacts the Mood of Women Over 50

Humans are creatures of habit. While some people thrive on change, for the majority, we prefer a solid routine to keep us centered and grounded.  Everything we do is based upon a routine. As babies, routines are implemented for everything. Feeding schedules, naptimes, and bedtime are what days are based

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Preventative Screenings Women Over 50 Should Do

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This old cliché is so true when it comes to your health because many of the top risk factors leading to illness and premature death are preventable and detectable via regular health screenings. Simply put, it’s easier to make healthy

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5 Weight Training Benefits for Women Over 50

It’s almost a given. Mention training with heavyweights to a person of any age and many of them will cringe and respond, “But I don’t want to bulk up.” It’s absolutely understandable that lots of folks have no interest in looking like a two hundred fifty pound powerlifter. But the

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How to Take Time for Yourself

Daily life is stressful, and everyone needs some time for themselves. It is vitally important that you make time to unwind, refresh, and deal with negative emotions such as stress. Finding time to relax can be difficult when you’re always on the go and have a busy schedule, but you

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Shane MacGowan’s Dental Implants

Has there ever been anyone in the music world more infamous for the state of their teeth (or lack thereof) than Shane MacGowan? Rising to fame through the ‘80s with his band The Pogues, it wasn’t long until fans slowly (or rather, pretty quickly) started to see the singer’s teeth

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3 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health as You Age

Mental health is one of those topics that can be a bit intimidating to talk about. The fear of admitting that something is wrong can often be so overwhelming that it prevents you from addressing any issues, even minor ones, at all. However, despite how apprehensive you might be to

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4 Powerful Supplements for Boosting Health After 50

We all know that a few lifestyle basics go a long way in our quest to stay healthy, vibrant and fit. The ones that top the list are a wholesome diet, regular exercise, powerful supplements, and quality sleep. Together, they build a solid foundation for lifelong wellness. But if there

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Why Women Over 50 Should Learn and Enjoy Golfing

There are many women who do not see themselves playing golf because of a gender issue, some saying that it is a “men’s sport.” However, you can break those resistances and get in the game. You must change that mentality because golfing is a sport for all genders and ages

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Medical Tests to Get When You Reach 50

As you age, you might find there are more health concerns in your life. It’s important that you start staying on top of your health and wellness with medical tests to avoid serious illnesses. There are many ways you can take care of yourself as you age, such as by

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Planning an All-Day Hike in Your 50s

Going on an all-day hike is a fun and exciting way for seniors to stay healthy. However, it’s imperative to plan accordingly, especially for those 50 or older. Failure to do so could result in a dangerous situation unfolding in the middle of nowhere. The following are six tips for

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Weight Loss
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Different Ways to Lose Weight

Losing weight can be a tough process, but it doesn’t have to be impossible. Often you might go straight for the exercise bike, but it’s important to remember losing weight is a process with multiple parts. So don’t worry if you have been unsuccessful in losing weight with basic calorie

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Nutrition
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Can Your Diet Reduce Your Medications

Many women over 50 end up on some form of prescription drugs or medications to help regulate their bodies and their health. What’s even worse is that sometimes it’s just seen as inevitable. Although our health degeneration is bound to happen eventually and is unavoidable, can our diet counter the

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Fitness
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Physically Active Women Over 50 Are Mentally Healthier

With coronavirus cases rising, physical activity is as important as ever for the physical and mental health benefits it delivers. Researchers ranked states according to the percentage of adults who are physically active. The correlation between the physically active states and the mentally healthy states is very apparent, and it

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Quitting the Blame Game for Women Over 50

How do you behave when something goes wrong? Do you pause to gauge your part in the matter, accept responsibility, and move toward a solution? Perhaps you immediately look for someone else—anyone else—to blame? By making it someone else’s fault, we gain a sense of control and righteousness about life.

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November 4 is National Stress Awareness Day

If you played a bingo game of stress events, 2020 would have the winning card. A global health pandemic, closed schools, racial strife, social isolation, high unemployment, contentious election. And coming soon, the holidays. Take a deep breath. November 4 is National Stress Awareness Day and there couldn’t be a

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5 Ways to Take Better Care of Your Health as You Get Older

There are many adjustments that need to be made as you get older in terms of lifestyle, and when it comes to your health, there’s nothing more important than taking the right steps to be sure that you’re on track and protecting your well-being. Below are five important ways you

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Best Holiday Gift Guide for 2020
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LivingBetter50 Best Holiday Gift Guide for 2020

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Whether you are in the cold or sunny parts of the world, the Holiday Season brings such joy and excitement. It is that time of the year when we all get to be like a kid or live vicariously through one. LivingBetter50

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Fitness
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Holistic Approach to a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season

The holiday season comes at us women over 50 like a bullet train each. This year more than ever we need to start preparing for it and take a holistic approach. LivingBetter50 has some tips on how to approach the season regarding workouts, meals, and mental health.  Now is the

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