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How to Sleep Better

Many women over 60 are wondering how to sleep better. As we get a little older, our aches and pains have a tendency to keep us up at night. In addition, changes in our hormones have us getting up early. The good news is that there are solutions. From meditation and aromatherapy to exercise and breathing exercises, we'll help you get the rest you deserve.

2 days ago

The Power of Zzzs: Navigating the World of Sleep Hygiene for Better Rest

It may come as a surprise to learn, but we still don’t have a good understanding of why we sleep or what actually goes on while we are sleeping. One theory holds that the brain needs to “clean house” and restore itself (recharging)…

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1 month ago

Aromatherapy for Improved Sleep: A Natural Solution for Restful Nights

Sleep is a vital part of our overall health and wellbeing, especially as we age. However, many women over 50 often struggle with sleep disturbances, leading to fatigue, mood swings, and even health problems. If you’re one of them, you might…

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1 month ago

How I Improved My Sleep with Meditation and Yoga Lifestyle

When it comes to health and wellness, most people probably think I’ve got it all together. I am a yoga teacher, yoga therapist, personal trainer, and wellness coach. I do my best to “walk the talk” and practice what I preach. I exercise, meditate, practice yoga…

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3 months ago

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

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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4 months ago

Boomer Women and Insomnia: Think Twice Before Taking a Sleeping Pill!

Contrary to what you may have heard, the amount of sleep you need as you get older doesn´t decrease. Boomers need about as much sleep – between seven and nine hours – as younger adults. Unfortunately, the amount of sleep you actually get…

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4 months ago

7 Best Adjustable Beds for Seniors

Are you or a loved one seeking comfort, support, and rejuvenating sleep? Imagine a bedtime routine that offers not just rest, but true relaxation, pain relief, and a relaxed start to your day. It’s time to bid farewell to restless nights and embrace…

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4 months ago

Best Mattresses for Seniors – How to Choose the Best Mattress for Your Aging Body

As we get older, we learn to put up with life’s little aches and pains. Even if we have avoided major injuries and chronic health conditions, we probably feel a little stiff from time to time. “It’s ok,” we think to ourselves, “that’s just a part…

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5 months ago

5 Organic Cotton Sleepwear Brands for Women Over 60

In our fast-paced lives, there’s nothing quite like slipping into soft, cozy sleepwear at the end of a long day. And if you’re someone, like me, who values not only your personal comfort but also the well-being of our planet, then organic cotton sleepwear…

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6 months ago

Why Quality Sleep Is the First Step Toward Chronic Pain Management Over 60

Over half of the adult population 60 and above experience chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as any pain lasting longer than three months and is a very different experience for your brain than acute pain. Unfortunately, chronic pain…

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9 months ago

Is It Time for a Good Ol’ Nap?

Some of my friends refuse taking a midday nap, even though they feel chronically tired. They worry it will ruin their nighttime sleep. They tell me that if they take a daytime nap, they either lay awake at night wishing they could drop off to sleep…

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