Americans have been living through the pandemic for nearly a year now, and its effects are still manifesting in various physical ways. Whether it is the aches from slumping over a computer or contracting the virus itself,...

There are more and more conscious consumers these days than ever before. More and more people are considering the products that they use and the long term side effects of the ingredients found in the products. Let...

You’ve probably heard the word “carcinogen” pop up in news stories and wondered what that means for your everyday life. The word “toxic” is also used loosely when referring to various ingredients. Women over 50 are very...

Happy New Year! If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that simplifying life can greatly enhance it. We’ve learned to slow down (a bit) and take things in stride and not sweat the small stuff (so much). Often...

Some people may assume that the pain and swelling around their joints, knees, ankles, or hands aren’t caused by an illness. However, these signs can be an early warning of more severe conditions. Arthritis is an illness that...

While we should always be taking care of our health regardless of our age, things do get a little trickier as we get older and we start to slow down. This means we do have to start...

Dieting and trying to lose weight after a certain age is easier said than done and falling off the weight-loss wagon is something many can relate to. The extra pounds creep back on until we resolve to try...

As we get older, a lot of things change our lives. Our hair might go a bit grayer, recede completely, and we might even develop a few more wrinkles under our eyes. Whilst some of these are...

Have you been thinking about plastic surgery for the last couple of months? You’re not alone! In fact, the global pandemic has millions of people considering it. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recently surveyed 1000 people with...

Nobody wants to talk about their plumbing and how it works, especially when it’s broken.  These are very private matters about our private parts!  However, because I have been married almost 20 years to my husband Dr....

When a caregiver enters a person’s home, especially that of a vulnerable person, trust is of paramount importance regardless of the type of care they provide. Caregiver background checks, like those Check People offer, can help minimize...

Obesity is a global issue. The majority of people suffering from obesity are looking for fat loss solutions. Some of them are ready to do anything for weight loss. Some doctors prescribe weight loss supplements to lose...

One of the joys of life after 50 is that the composition of all of the life experiences you’ve had–good ones, yes, but difficult ones, too–gives you an added edge of wisdom. In other words, you grow...

If your neighborhood began showing signs of holiday cheer earlier than ever this year, you’re not alone. Signs of the impending holiday season began popping up as early as the beginning of November, with people doing their...

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...

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...