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3 Powerful Benefits Senior Women Can Reap from Setting Up the Right Morning Routine

By Cyn Meyer December 29, 2023

With the rise of all the scary stats among seniors (like Alzheimer’s, loneliness, depression, divorce, and nursing home occupancy), it’s becoming more and more difficult to lead an active, healthy, and engaged retirement lifestyle…

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The Impact of Emotional Eating on Your Overall Well-being

By Marion Holt December 11, 2023

Emotional eating, the tendency to use food as a coping mechanism for emotional distress, can have significant implications for overall well-being. Emotional eating usually develops gradually, influenced by a variety of factors. It often begins as a seemingly innocent response to occasional emotional discomfort or stress. At first, it may provide a temporary sense of […]

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The Miracle of Living NOW

By Darlene Corbett December 05, 2023

Living now, in our day and time, is unparalleled, which requires me to revisit this theme again. You might ask, “What do you mean?” Every time I finish an article, something amazing happens that reminds me of the incredible resilience and creativity…

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7 Longevity Areas Next Generations Will Need to Consider

By Mary Lou Harris December 04, 2023

You may have seen the report from the Stanford Center on Longevity titled the New Map of Life. It is written not only with longevity of us, the baby boomers, but more futuristically benefitting our grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We are only the beginning…

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Technology Tales – the Continuous Glucose Monitor

By Tammi Kaeberlein November 27, 2023

In the realm of health and wellness, new tech is always emerging to provide insight into our inner workings. One such innovation that has gained popularity, and some controversy, is the continuous glucose monitor (CGM)…

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Don’t Hibernate! Here’s How Boomer Women Can Stay Active in the Winter Months

By Jessica Hegg November 23, 2023

The cold chill during these beautiful autumn days signal the coming of winter. You’re probably winter proofing your home and slowly rotating in your chunky sweaters and heavy coats so that when that first snow hits, you’re ready…

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10 Questions to Ask About Your Heart Health After 50

By Sarah Brewer November 21, 2023

Researchers estimate that almost one in three heart attacks are linked with eating an unhealthy diet while an unhealthy lifestyle – smoking, not exercising, drinking too much alcohol – accounts for many of the others. Following a heart-friendly…

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These 5 Nonfiction Books Answer Many Health Questions

By Sarah Purcell November 07, 2023

I am excited to share my thoughts about each of my current must read nonfiction books. Yes, you read that right – I am excited about nonfiction books. I think we are living in a fascinating time where scientific research is helping humans…

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Do Not Fear the Autumn of Your Life

By Becki Cohn-Vargas October 16, 2023

What do you like about autumn? I have recently realized that autumn is one of the best seasons of the year. The weather is still warm… even as the cold begins to creep in. The leaves change color. Near my house there are spectacular…

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Is Bike Riding Still an Option for Those Over 60?

By Karen Matthews October 13, 2023

If you’ve ever been asked this question, you know the answer is a resounding YES. For many of us, it’s difficult to imagine our parents on a bicycle in their 60s, 70s and even 80s. Luckily, things have changed. We lead much more physically…

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