You stand there in the mirror, picking out the negative things about your post-baby body: loose skin here, stretch marks there, and cellulite everywhere. You reminisce about the body you had before having kids, and wish you had it back. You are not the only mom that feels this way; we all do. There is…
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Fitness Goals vs. Nutrition
When it comes to your fitness goals, you may be struggling with your food intake. Remember, you can do it if you pay attention to the right kinds of foods you eat.
It’s Never Too Late To Go Back To School
When going back to school, thoughts or fears may run through your head. What are you supposed to do first? Here, we can step back and take a look at what’s important for this step, and if it’s right for you.
While You Were Sleep(Walk)ing
I hear the kid’s bedroom door open, so my eyes open as well. I look at the clock, it is 2 a.m. I hear little footsteps go down the stairs as I stare at the ceiling. Next thing I know I hear the fridge door open. I get out of bed and head downstairs to…
Blinding Shingles On The Rise
If you had chicken pox when you were younger, then you are at a high risk of getting shingles when you are older. Shingles typically occur in people 50 and older, and can be extremely painful. New research shows that cases of blinding shingles have tripled since 2004. The virus remains dormant in your body,…
Game Changer: Detect Alzheimer’s With A Cell Phone
Every 65 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s. This degenerative brain disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States, and almost 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. By 2050, the number of Americans with Alzheimer’s is projected to be 14 million. Now there is a breakthrough that can…
It’s Never Too Late To Learn To Protect Yourself
Unfortunately, the sad reality is that criminals target seniors seen as weak, easy prey. A U.S. Department of Justice report noted that between 2003 and 2013, 93 percent of all crimes against people over age 65 were property crimes such as burglary and theft. Everyone deserves to feel secure either out or in their own…
Meditation, Why It’s a Good Idea?
Meditation has been around for centuries. The benefits are now being studied. Why not take the time to improve you quality of life?
Can Your Diet Cure Psoriasis?
What you eat affects your overall health and well-being, it is no secret that specific diets focus on curing bodily ailments. This is especially true for people dealing with psoriasis and other chronic diseases. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that results in dry, itchy, flaky, and scaly skin. The more skin cells produced, the worse…
Is Your Elevation Mask Actually Ruining Your Workout?
You might have seen someone at your local gym wearing a mask that looks like Bane from the movie Batman, and wondered, “what is going on? Are they wearing this mask to look cool? What does it do? Are they training for [caption id="attachment_3126" align="alignleft" width="300"] black athlete wearing mask working out in a gym[/caption]…
The Joy & Pain Of Breastfeeding: Tips To Make it Bearable
August is National Breastfeeding Month, and breastfeeding is an intricate topic. This stems from there being more to it than just putting a nipple in a baby's mouth. Many women face latching issues with their baby, not producing enough milk, or an unbearable pain that comes from breastfeeding. The special bond that you form while…
A Survivor’s Guide to a Broken Heart
If you need some guidance during a tough time, this is for you. We have three simple rules to follow to get you through whatever you’re dealing with.
Should You Bank Your Baby’s Cord Blood?
As the time approaches birth, a question may come up amongst your doctor, partner, or friends. Are you keeping your cord blood after? Cord blood is the blood from the umbilical cord and placenta. There are many benefits of cord blood, mainly that it is a source of stem cells that can contribute to the…
Stem Cells: The Good, The Bad, & The Law
Stem cell research has been a controversial issue between politicians, scientists, and religious groups since the 1990s. There are two primary stem cell research types: adult stem cells, and embryonic stem cells. [caption id="attachment_2860" align="alignright" width="227"] Stem cells have the ability to re-populate into different cells in a person's body.[/caption] Stem cells have the ability…
Fasting May Be The Key To Living Longer
Fasting is a practice that dates back through centuries in religion and cultures. Recently, fasting became quite popular in America due to the claims of health benefits, mainly weight loss. There are different kinds of fasting. There are fastings that take place over the course of 24-72 hours, and there is intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting…
Reassessing Senior Driving; Is It Time To Hand Over Your Car Keys?
Seniors are living longer, healthier, and more active lives. Because of this, more seniors are on the road driving, and research even shows that they are crashing less often in comparison to 10 years ago. Aging does not mean you should no longer be behind the wheel, but it is important to make sure your…
Unknown Summer Getaways For Every Type Of Vacation
We’ve found some beautiful summer vacation spots with activities to please anyone. The best part? They’re hidden gems.
Age Gracefully Through Creative Art
Art has been displayed throughout history, dating as far back as the ancient Egyptians using hieroglyphics to tell their stories. Older adults have been living longer, taking on new activities, and adventures. Living through art is one way seniors can remain young, positive, and help keep their brain as vibrant as ever. Art therapy, which…