Age is no excuse to stop working out. In fact, if anything, you should be spending more time and energy on keeping your muscles strong. Fewer work responsibilities means more time for yourself, you can dedicate more time to your gym routine than you could before. We understand going to the gym [...]
Osteoporosis (which literally means porous bone) is a disease of thinning, weakening bones. While the body constantly absorbs and replaces bone tissue, with osteoporosis, the creation of new bone doesn’t keep up with the daily loss of old bone. This condition can affect anyone but is most common in Caucasian [...]
As we bundle up to brace the cold weather, our skins are also screaming for help. Cold Winter weather means that your skin is more susceptible to becoming dry and dehydrated. Here are some simple tips to help your skin stays in optimal condition throughout the Winter months. [...]
There are several problems that can affect the heart; they vary widely in cause and even more widely in treatment. Here are some definitions that might help better understand why one person’s heart problems might not be the same as another’s. Arrhythmia. An arrhythmia is a problem with the electrical system [...]
Few things are as concerning as gaining weight for no apparent reason. Most of us put on weight because of our own dietary habits. However, sudden weight gain can be due to an underlying health condition. Age. As you grow older, your muscular tissues start breaking down, resulting in slow metabolism. [...]
The chill in the air, frost on the windows in the early morning, bright sunshine through light gray clouds: Winter can be delightful. For older adults, though, planning is important to ensure safe and enjoyable winter days. Let’s look at a few ideas for staying healthy. Safety First [...]
The thought of the loss of youth tends to put many people in a slump. However, getting old does not have to be depressing. There are many inspiring people in the world who become successful in their older years and become role models for people half their age. These people [...]
Permanent Makeup (PMU) is a specialized cosmetic procedure, performed by a licensed technician, that uses color pigment to give clients permanent eye liner, lip liner, or eyebrows. Sterile hypoallergenic cosmetic pigments are placed into the dermal layer of the skin using single-use, disposable needles. Technicians will use topical numbing cream [...]
The health benefits of dance have been getting a lot of press lately. A New York Times piece called dance the ‘kale’ of exercise for aging, and with good reason – a 2003 study showed that dance was the only leisure-time physical activity associated with lower risk for dementia, and subsequent [...]
You have chronic pain, irritating health ailments, lack of energy, and/or excess weight. Your physician recommends that you exercise, change your diet, get better sleep, and reduce stress. You decide to take control of your health and sift through the vast amount of online health and wellness information. [...]
