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Despite feeling completely committed to one another, many couples realize they are not fulfilling their sexual potential. Their physical intimate connection does not reflect the depth of love they have for one another. Others might feel quite satisfied with their sex life as a couple, but they ... Views: 2500
In today's abundance of beauty lotions and potions, nips and tucks, that serve to resist and camouflage the signs of aging we rob ourselves of the most powerful beauty enhancement resource available to mankind. I'm speaking of the aging process itself.
The prevailing and repetitive message we ... Views: 1271
Popular beliefs about aging confuse the effects of genes with those of stress and injury. As a result, people associate pains and stiffness directly with aging, and so believe them to be inevitable.
“The thousand natural shocks flesh is heir to” leave their mark in memory. Memory ... Views: 1548
Neurons and connections between neurons continue to expand as we age but not without a disciplined approach to never ending continuous improvement and utilization of our mind brain. The brain responds to mental stimulation just like the body responds to regular exercise at the gym. Work out your ... Views: 4614
Just like the rest of your body, your brain needs to be well-cared for in order to function at its highest level. For example, your memory will be sharper if you practice a daily regimen that includes a challenging cognitive workout. Your body and your brain will both benefit from a varied ... Views: 3048
Today's "baby boomer" generation wants to look good and age gracefully, without suffering from the same debilitating and chronic conditions as their parents. Yes, you can age with vitality! We all age over time, but the rate at which we age is a choice. Good health slows the aging process, ... Views: 938
Do you remember that old movie title 'The Three Faces of Eve?' I think that title (not the movie) is a good one to describe all of us. For we women are forever tripartite beings - three beings in one.
This notion of female trinity has been with us throughout history, in many cultures, often ... Views: 1951
It was one of those television shows which half the nation watches. But since my partner and I are fortunate enough not to share our space with a TV set, I had never seen that show before.
On that October morning, I happened to be staying with friends, in a house where breakfast conversation ... Views: 2781
For years, the prevailing wisdom was that men and women became weaker and weaker with age. But more and more research has revealed the benefits of exercise on not only a person’s quality of life but also their longevity.
The benefits of strength or resistance training have been especially ... Views: 3058
Vitamin C can really help your skin to thrive? While most people assume that this vitamin is only important for fighting off colds, it can actually turn your skin into the definition of picture perfect skin care.
How can vitamin C help? Your body is not able to produce this vitamin on its own, ... Views: 1725
Do you know how to care for your skin? Unfortunately, skin doesn’t come with an instruction booklet or care instructions. Thankfully, there are some natural skin care tips that can help keep your skin young and supple.
The skin care tips listed in this article may be slightly different from ... Views: 1060
How do you feel? Right now. Today. Did you hop out of bed this morning ready to tackle the day? If yes, wonderful! If not, why not? Did you not sleep well, eat too much, drink too much or are you too stressed?
As a boomer you may be one of those people who have done a pretty good job of ... Views: 832
Far too many people believe that an all natural product equates a product that won’t damage or harm skin in any way. This line of thinking is not only false, it is also potentially dangerous.
To begin our all natural discussion, let’s first talk about aging and anti-aging products that contain ... Views: 987
My maternal grandfather was the greatest! He could fix anything, from a wonderful breakfast with Mr. McGinty (the fairytale man who lived in the toaster); to refurbishing the old upright player piano I had to have. He rebuilt a collection of three vintage Rolls Royce’s from parts he ... Views: 1603
One of the greatest fears of older adults is the loss in independence. That loss is felt acutely when it translates into the need for institutional living. Even the most luxurious congregant living facility isn’t the same as your own home. “Aging in place” is the chief ... Views: 1137
According to the National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders, one in three individuals over the age of 60 and half of those over the age of 85 will have hearing loss. The hearing loss associated with aging is called presbycusis or high frequency, sensory neural hearing ... Views: 1189
Research reveals that 90% of hip fractures are a result of falls, and most of those falls were preventable. Of the elderly fallers who require hospitalization, only 50% will survive past one year post-fall.
Our system of balance (vestibular system) is in our inner ear. It is actually part of ... Views: 1329
Recently, we were the speakers at a ‘caregivers’ night in a local desert community. After the conclusion of the official program, we opened the floor for those that had specific issues to address. The common question we heard was, “Why can’t I get my dad to get dressed on time in the morning? ... Views: 1024
Myth # 7: Annual or regular Doctors appointments and tests are not necessary. Wrong. Early detection of most diseases can be much more easily dealt with. It will save you money and it will save your time. It may save your life. Regular preventative care will keep you living longer and ... Views: 808
Last ezine, two weeks ago, we went over the first 3 myths of a Boomers Health. Just as a review for you here is a review:
Myth # 1: I don’t have time to work out at this point in my life. I‘ll get back on track after I retire. Baloney. Do it now.
Myth # 2: Eating healthy is just too much ... Views: 809
How do you feel? Right now. Today. Did you hop out of bed this morning ready to tackle the day? If yes, wonderful! If not, why not? Did you not sleep well, eat too much, drink too much or are you too stressed?
As a boomer you may be one of those people who have done a pretty good job of ... Views: 860
Have you ever tried for something so hard, for so long, that you wanted so badly and then it worked?
I’ll tell you, I watch these athletes in the Olympics and I am always so amazed. I grew up watching them with my folks, and my daughters and I watched in their growing up years. They are ... Views: 860
It’s no secret that Boomers make up the majority of the world population. Even while there is much discussed about the “graying of America, it is certainly not in a negative way. England and France have boomers as Presidents/Leaders. Hillary had a running chance to be added to that ... Views: 945
Miriam Webster’s definition of human stress: a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation.
It has been proven by several studies over the years that excessive stress affects your immune system, reduces your ... Views: 1281
Ever since I was a child growing up in Brooklyn, the idea of growing old was repulsive to me. How did this happen at such a young age?
When I was only five years old, my mother, a Russian immigrant would take me with her to a steam room in Brighten Beach. There her friends would gather, ... Views: 3314
To say times aren’t tough would be, well, a lie. With the crapy economy and talks of a recession, life is stressful and the economic cloud doesn’t look to be lifting any time soon.
Worrying won’t improve the stock markets—they’ll just cause some serious crinkles in your brow and add pounds to ... Views: 1278
Wrinkles are just a natural consequence of age. But often it happens that they appear well before their due time courtesy of improper skin care or total neglect altogether. Appearance of wrinkles are by itself a grave concern to many and when they appear way before they should, warning bells ... Views: 737
Many times in my practice I hear clients describe the constant and chronic pain they endure everyday, then it is usually follwed by "Oh well, I guess at my age what can you expect." How sad! We spend more money in America on healthcare, or should I say sick care than anyone in the world. Why is ... Views: 1635
My entire family has had first hand experience with Alzheimer’s and the effects not only of it upon our mother but the collateral effects as well. My maternal grandfather had it as well so it is a pretty sure bet that it is a genetic link in that family tree branch. I have discovered, while ... Views: 1135
"The anti-cancer diet is the exact opposite of the typical American Diet. (Instead of meat, this diet consists of) mostly vegetables and legumes, plus unsaturated fats. Green tea is a great detoxifier (activating enzymes in the liver to eliminate toxins from the body). Ginger root is a powerful ... Views: 1572
With each passing decade, we hope that our knowledge of self increases, and that we know our good as well as our less admirable qualities. You know that old saying, “the unexamined life is not worth living.” This is true within reason and we are no way suggesting that you should berate yourself ... Views: 1204
If the statistics tell us anything we can go on here, it's that you're either married and have been for some time now, or have recently been through a divorce. Maybe you're starting to date again after a long time. You may have some kids at home, a mortgage and other bills which weigh on you a ... Views: 4628
Dementia is a subject that most people try to avoid. Just the thought of memory loss – in a loved one, friend, co-worker or, worse yet, ourselves -- makes us terribly uncomfortable. Unless we are confronted directly with dementia, we prefer to think of it as “someone else’s ... Views: 827
If you have tried facial plastic surgery, injections that plump and paralyze and liposuction for those hard to exercise places, you may be less thrilled with your results now than even six months ago.
There is news from a growing band of plastic surgeons, cosmetic doctors and dermatologists ... Views: 1041
Many Baby Boomers are literally built to last 100 years. In fact, the CDC estimates at least one million boomers to achieve that goal.
Will you become a member of this one-in-a-million longevity club?
Could be. Afterall, living a long time takes more than smart-genes and dumb-luck.
Eighty ... Views: 6523
When most people think of exercise, they envision working out to keep their bodies physically fit and healthy. But the brain – so important to living a full life -- also needs an ongoing exercise regimen to stay agile and alert as we grow older.
Scientists used to believe that people ... Views: 938
A caregiver is:
“someone who is involved in helping someone else manage the tasks of living” (A. H. Zimmer)
Parents care for young children, and adult children are often caregivers for their elders, who have become frail and more dependent.
There’s a wide range of what ... Views: 1111
Times are tough, especially now that prices are going up, loan interests are skyrocketing and financial difficulties are plaguing people not only in the US but all over the world. Despite the crisis, however, you need to take things easy and prevent problems from overcoming you. Since there is ... Views: 723
Your Food Guide for Achieving a Healthy Acid/Alkaline Balance
To help achieve a healthy balanced pH level, refer to the chart below. Keep in mind the more alkaline and less acidic the food source the better for your overall health and well-being. According to the health experts,75% of ... Views: 34947
A large majority of the American public still believes that the government will provide long-term care when needed. It is this misconception that most likely prevents people from planning care for themselves. In fact a recent study revealed that many people believe they can give away assets ... Views: 756
Dogs have a number of jobs. You see them at fire stations and playing favorite companion roles on television. Perhaps the most intriguing of the service dogs are those that provide assistance and those that act as therapeutic tools for people who need them. Dogs that perform roles like this ... Views: 1656
If you don't know what coral calcium is, it's a type of calcium supplement that is made from coral (hence the name). Coral calcium is the hottest source for one of the minerals most critical to your bodys health. In essence, you can say that coral calcium is the same substance as the calcium ... Views: 907
For a product to be an effective anti aging supplement, it must provide clinically tested nutrients that can reverse the aging clock at the DNA level. These nutrients must also be shown to protect and repair DNA, and to prevent DNA mutation. It should also quite possibly reduce the risk of ... Views: 5011
Animals can experience the same sicknesses, diseases, and health problems as humans. They can also suffer from broken bones and muscle-related disorders. Sometimes animals are born with these ailments; while other times they appear with age. A disabled pet can be a great addition to the ... Views: 1000
You can run your entire life from a laptop. I do! And I did while I traveled around the world with my family. These days you have the entire world at your finger tips. All you need is some business skills, a computer and way to connect to the internet. That's it!
We live in a modern time where ... Views: 2451
Not long ago, the answer to this question would be no. Today, due to the progress of Anti-Aging Medicine, The answer to the question "Can you delay aging?" is Yes, without any ambiguity. The products and technologies exist; they can delay, suspend, or even reverse degenerative number of effects ... Views: 1063
Hyaluronic Acid is natural substance found in the connective tissues of your body. The benefits of Hyaluric Acid are that it acts as a lubricant, and is extremely necessary in the proper functioning of joint movement, heart valves, and even our eyes.
Another very important benefit, or ... Views: 1754
My friend's daughter is a ballet dancer. She had surgery on her tendon on her right ankle and then when it was almost healed she fell down the stairs and hurt her other ankle. This put her out of commission for several weeks and she wasn't able to try out for "So You Think You Can Dance' which ... Views: 855
Aging dogs can develop many of the same problems that humans develop, and the eyes are no exception. Glaucoma can be inherited or caused by another eye problem. Glaucoma is often hard to detect in its early stages, but there are some things you can look out for. It can be treated, but often ... Views: 1401
Your cat has been your friend for many years. She has followed you around the house and played with every piece of string you have given her. Recently, you have noticed that she is moving more slowly, and more reluctant to chase that string. If you have had your kitty for a while, then she is ... Views: 1859