How to Sleep Better

If you’re like many of us, you’re a little hungry when bedtime rolls around. Although you know you shouldn’t eat a big meal just before retiring for the night, you need something in your tummy before you can fall asleep. Whether your bedtime is closer to 8pm or 2am, choosing the wrong snack can keep you from getting the sleep you need…

Dark showering is emerging as one of the simplest yet most effective nighttime wellness rituals – and it can be especially beneficial for women 60 and up…

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…

Most women assume that if they are struggling with their weight after 60, it must be because of their eating…

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…

There’s something special about a hotel room – and not just your ordinary Motel 6. You walk in, and suddenly your shoulders drop. The bed is made. The lights are soft. There’s no clutter, no laundry pile, no to-do list taped to the wall. Just a peaceful, inviting space…

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…

It’s 3:07 AM. Again. You’re wide awake, eyes fixed on the glowing digits of the clock. You’ve tried breathing deeply, counting sheep, flipping the pillow – but sleep won’t return. If you’re a woman over 60, this is not just you. It’s biology. And it’s more common…

I am lucky enough to live with a loved one – nothing to be taken for granted as we age. Additionally, we still share a bed. Problem is, as you get older, comfort during your sleep time seems increasingly vital. As a result, sharing a bed can be both a blessing…

Choosing the right mattress cover can make all the difference in the quality of your sleep and the longevity of your mattress. Whether you’re looking for extra comfort, protection against allergens, or a waterproof barrier, there’s a mattress cover out there for you. Here are the…