Straightforward And Simple: Cosmetic And Skin Products For Mature Faces
July 14, 2021
Given the summer heat and your lagging makeup skills from months without coloring or caring, you’re likely wondering if it’s even necessary to wear makeup at this point or to spend the time (and money) on a multitude of products. While we’ve previously profiled experts and consumers who have tried…
Diagnosing Dementia: Updates Regarding Diagnoses and Treatments
July 1, 2021
It may be difficult to hear that you are at risk of dementia, or even worse, to actually receive a dementia diagnosis. Currently, it’s estimated that 50 million people worldwide suffer from dementia, with that number expected to rise to 82 million cases globally by the year 2030. We know…
Welcome Words: New Books With Valuable Advice For Older Adults
June 23, 2021
Who couldn’t use some good advice these days? Well, for those of us getting on in years, advice about the tough stuff- be it death or finding purpose and meaning late in life- is surely welcome. And now, there are some new entries for your bookshelf or Kindle that provide…
Caution Before Swallowing: Researchers Find Too Much Aspirin Use In Older Adults
June 23, 2021
Most of us likely grew up with aspirin as a regularly used medication in our households. Whether the good old-fashioned Bayer brand or one of the other commercially available aspirin-based brands like “Bufferin” or “Anacin,” most of us can remember our parents taking or recommending a tablet for headache or…
Another Round? More Evidence of Alcohol’s Impact On Aging Brains And Bodies
June 16, 2021
We know the evidence has gone back and forth about the benefits and harms that can come from alcohol consumption. While there’s no data to support the value of heavy drinking, there are some studies that suggest moderate amounts of alcohol may have cardiac or brain benefits. Current alcohol intake…
Good To Go: Constipation Is A Common Problem For Many
June 16, 2021
Perhaps it’s not polite conversation, but it’s likely top of mind for many. How else to say it but- do you have trouble pooping? While there’s no one right pattern for everyone, generally speaking, if you go less frequently than 2-3 times per week or you have difficulty with hard…