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Medical Conditions

Nothing makes life after 60 harder than medical conditions. From post menopause symptoms and Alzheimer’s to hearing loss and mobility issues, we have answers to your questions.

1 year ago

The Light Doctor: My Lupus Story and How Sunlight Helped Me

The expert on light, Dr. Martin Moore-Ede has written a book called, The Light Doctor: Using Light to Boost Health, Improve Sleep and Live Longer. Dr. Moore-Ede received his medical degree from Guy’s Hospital Medical School and his PhD in physiology from the University of London…

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1 year ago

Can Hearing Aids Help You Live Longer?

Ever wondered if wearing hearing aids could actually help you live longer? Well, recent research seems to suggest just that – but there’s a twist: you have to use them regularly for the magic to happen. A study published in The Journal of the American Geriatrics…

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1 year ago

Do You Feel Like You’re Drying Up? How To Manage Dryness After Menopause

As women navigate menopause and beyond, many find themselves confronting an unexpected challenge – dryness. From parched skin to dry eyes, vaginal dryness, and even dry mouth, this all-too-common symptom affects countless women in their 50s and beyond…

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1 year ago

Understanding and Dealing with Frailty at Any Age

The number one reason seniors seek medical health care is frailty, which is a very general term. In this first article we’ll look at the definition of frailty, how it affects us as we age and one important symptom we should look out for…

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1 year ago

Essential Heart Health Tips for Postmenopausal Women: What You Need to Know

February is a month that celebrates love, but there’s one heart we often forget to cherish – our own. As we mark American Heart Month, it’s sobering to note that heart disease claims the life of 1 in 5 women each year. Yet this critical health issue often remains overlooked, especially…

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1 year ago

Bloated, Exhausted, and Can’t Think Straight? How Candida Can Affect Your Entire Body

Most women are familiar with the discomfort of a vaginal yeast infection, but few realize that Candida can spread throughout the entire body – invading the mouth, esophagus, stomach, bladder, sinuses, and even the lungs. Here are some telltale signs of Candida overgrowth…

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1 year ago

Tips for Healthy Hearing in Your 60s and Up!

Do you often find yourself asking someone to repeat what they’ve just said? When you go out to dinner, do you have issues hearing your loved ones or friends during the conversation? Do you find yourself turning up the volume…

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1 year ago

Are Genetics Really the Cause of Your Autoimmune Disease?

Have you been struggling with an autoimmune condition for years? Have you seen several doctors, trying desperately to find a solution, only to end up with a 2nd or even a 3rd autoimmune diagnosis? Have you always wondered…

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1 year ago

Is YOUR Body Fat Toxic? 8 Ways to Know for Sure

If you’ve never done a proper cleanse, the answer is most likely yes. In the U.S., we’re exposed to over 85,000 toxins, chemicals, and pesticides. The stronger and healthier our liver, kidneys, bowels, skin, and lungs, the more efficiently they can remove these toxins…

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1 year ago

Exploring the Natural Alternatives to HRT After Menopause

Blessed are the women who soar through menopause unscathed. Not all of us, however, are so lucky. There are about 38 different symptoms attributable to menopause. We’ve all heard the complaints: suffering with embarrassing hot flashes, excess weight gain in the belly…

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