It’s easy for most of us to come up with excuses: I’m too old to start, it would be risky for me given my physical health, I can’t afford the equipment, and on and on. Well, unfortunately, those excuses just don’t cut it, because the evidence exists that virtually everyone,…

It’s undeniable that as we age, much of life evolves in unpredictable ways. The uncertainty can be anxiety provoking, though there’s a lot of concrete, practical advice out there to lessen some of that unpredictability, including checklists to consult or cost calculations to consider.  But there are also other sorts of considerations…

Have you noticed? It seems that the fashion world has finally realized that plenty of us are no longer (or never have been) size 2 and that women over 40 still have interest in (and purchasing power for) fashionable clothing. A good example are the changes you now see on…

If you’re like most of us, you’re always on the prowl for something to snack on. But you probably also know that you are what you eat- the healthier your food, the healthier you’ll age. So how do you solve the snack dilemma? No doubt about it: Nuts are among…

You already know how important physical exercise is for keeping your body healthy as you age. Now, a recent study published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience tells us that physical exercise, in combination with mental challenges, may be a valuable way to keep your brain sharp and healthy. Researchers found…

Chances are you, or someone you know, has gone to an audiologist because of hearing problems and walked away with the suggestion for hearing aids costing thousands of dollars. And while you’re motivated to hear better, that’s a big expense, especially as it’s not covered by Medicare, and many private…