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What is Dry Brushing and Does It Really Work? All Trending Articles Health 08/04/202208/04/2022 by Deepa Pattani, Pharm.D. What is Dry Brushing? Dry brushing is a simple form of manual massage you can do at home to help stimulate your lymphatic system. It's from the ancient Indian medical system known as Ayurvedic, which is based on ancient writings that encompass a natural and holistic approach to
8 Reasons Modern Bidets Are Becoming a Must-Have Bathroom Accessory: Do You Need One? accessibility Health 08/01/202208/03/2022 by Leslie Farin Have you used a bidet toilet seat? I recently received a request from a weekend guest to add a bidet to the master bathroom in my vacation rental. When designing the ensuite, I took great care to ensure adequate space around the toilet for accessibility for those who might
Before It’s Too Late: How & Why to Talk To Your Aging Parents about Preplanning All Trending Articles Caregiving 07/26/202207/26/2022 by Debra Tull Preplanning is a gift. But where to start? I am a Baby Boomer with the privilege of still enjoying both of my 90+ year old parents. My being retired gives us time to have some very frank and, sometimes, uncomfortable conversations. The conversation was difficult to start, but I
Celebrities Age 50Plus Sharing their Fitness Tips All Trending Articles Health Living 07/25/202208/11/2022 Author: Staff Contributor Turning 50 is a golden milestone in someone’s life. But while staying fit isn’t commonly associated with this age but is seen more as an unnecessary lifestyle choice, here are celebrities in their 50s and beyond that show reaching this age need not be the end of their
Travel Insurance – Do I Really Need It? All Trending Articles Here, There & Everywhere 07/20/202207/23/2022 By Debra Kerper, Easy Access Travel Don’t Leave Home Without it! I am a firm believer in the importance of travel insurance. I witnessed many clients file claims during my 29+ years in the travel business, and happily saw a 99% positive outcome. Only one client did not receive coverage. In that
How Do I know if it’s Melanoma? Use the ABCDE Checklist to Identify Melanoma Skin Cancer All Trending Articles Health 07/18/202207/19/2022 by Fayne Frey, M.D. Do I have skin cancer? It’s during these hot and humid days of summer when we dress in sleeveless shirts and shorts that sun exposure is at a maximum. We find skin imperfections and growths that we're not really sure were there before. Our friends and family notice
Is It a Good Idea to Tap Your Home Equity in Retirement? All Trending Articles Money 07/01/202207/15/2022 by Brenda Bonin Do you know how much home equity you have? I’m going to let you in on a little secret, if you’ve owned your home for 2 years or more, you probably have a lot more home equity than you realize. My clients are often shocked when they learn their
Our 15 Favorite Travel Gifts for 2022 Gift Guides Travel 06/30/202206/30/2022 Useful Travel Gifts for Seniors If you traveled recently, you probably noticed the crowds are back! Unfortunately, the great deals we saw during the lockdown are gone as people reschedule plans and make new ones. The good news, though, is that life is back to a new normal with folks eagerly
Why Has Pickleball Become a Controversial Sport? All Trending Articles Health Living 06/29/202206/29/2022 by Ellen Blake Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S., with 4.8 million players as of last year according to pickleballplayer.com. In the two years between 2019 and 2021, the number of players increased almost 40%, and it's popularity continues to grow among people of all ages. I understand
“Shouldn’t I See the Doctor?”: When a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Makes Sense All Trending Articles Health 06/24/202206/27/2022 by Ellen Blake Last week I took my 89 year old father to his family doctor after he fell in the restroom at a local deli. His head hit the concrete floor; I feared he had a mild concussion. Though able to carry on a conversation and walk without difficulty, I
It’s Time to Weed the Bucket List All Trending Articles Living Memos from Manhattan 06/20/202208/01/2022 by Arlen Hollis Kane Say To-Da-Loo to your “to do’s It’s been just about a year to the day since I’ve contributed an article to 50Plus-Today, and as you can imagine lots has happened in that time. I hope that your year gave you reasons to laugh with some frequency. It’s medicine,
Second Act Of The Month Award July 2022: Jodie Filogomo Second Act 06/18/202207/13/2022 SECOND ACT OF THE MONTH AWARD Each month, we give the 50PlusToday SECOND ACT Award to an individual who made an intentional decision to change gears in this phase of life. It’s our goal to recognize and support people who reinvented themselves at age 50Plus and we choose recipients who are
Why You Should Stay Calm & Enjoy Life Even When the World is in Chaos – Without Guilt All Trending Articles Living 06/17/202206/17/2022 By Lana McAra How can we get anxiety relief? Can we find peace and joy in our turbulent world? It seems that lately all we hear is bad news followed by more bad news. And when we see things start to ease up, they then get worse than ever. Sometimes I
“Who’s Gonna Hire Me Now?” Four Tips to Help Create Your Second Act All Trending Articles Living 06/08/202206/08/2022 by Holly Caplan Who's gonna hire me now? I hear this question from my clients all the time. It is an honest question haloed by fear, uncertainty and panic. Who asks me this question the most? Women over 50 years old. I was 35 years old and on fire! When I was 35 years
When Should I Start Using Anti-Aging Skincare Products? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 06/05/202207/13/2022 by Fayne Frey Anti-Aging Skincare: When Should I Start? The answer to that question depends on what you mean by “anti-aging” products. Anti-aging skincare products: moisturizers Are you talking about the hundreds, if not thousands, of moisturizers on the market that contain minuscule amounts of a particular “marketing” ingredient, like Vitamin C, Vitamin E,
Tasty Cajun Salmon Kabobs Recipes 05/30/202205/31/2022 Love these salmon Kabobs with a Cajun twist! Quick and easy, this healthy and colorful dish is perfect for your next outdoor event! Serves 4-5 Ingredients 1 large onion 1 cup cherry tomatoes 2 red peppers 1 green pepper 6 skinless, salmon fillets, cut into 1" pieces Cajon seasoning (I like to use Slap Ya Mama All Natural
Taking the “Foreign” Out of Retiring in a Foreign Country: Language All Trending Articles Living Retirement Reimagined! Travel 05/30/202205/31/2022 By Edd and Cynthia Staton, nationally known experts on retiring abroad and the creators of the program, Retirement Reimagined! This article is Part 1 of a 4 part series that talks about how to retire overseas affordably and comfortably. Part 1: Language What thoughts come to mind about the notion of retiring abroad?
Second Act Of The Month Award June 2022: Patty Williams Second Act 05/27/202205/27/2022 SECOND ACT OF THE MONTH AWARD Each month, we give the 50PlusToday SECOND ACT Award to an individual who made an intentional decision to change gears in this phase of life. It’s our goal to recognize and support people who reinvented themselves at age 50Plus and we choose recipients who are
7 Clutter-Free Father’s Day Gift Ideas – Give Dad the Gift of Organization Gift Guides 05/26/202205/27/2022 Some Dads are naturally organized...others need help organizing! Whichever the case, just about everyone wants less clutter as they age. Take a look at these amazing clutter-free Fathers Day gifts that are both practical and unique! TESLYAR Wood Phone Docking Station ; Wow - what a great idea! This multifunctional charging station and
Do You Have Skin Tags? Should You Remove them? All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 05/18/202205/21/2022 by Fayne Frey, Board Certified Dermatologist Do you have skin tags? You know, those fleshy small growths that dangle from your skin. Almost 50% of adults develop at least one skin tag during their lives. You can find them anytime, generally between ages 20-70, but they usually appear after age 50.
8 Sentimental and Personalized Father’s Day Gifts Your Dad Will Love Gift Guides 05/17/202205/18/2022 updated 5/17/2022 Personalized Fathers Day Gifts Looking for something unique and special for your Dad or significant other? Here are our favorite Father's Day gift ideas for this year! Personalized Father's Day Sign HIgh quality handcrafted personalized sign comes ready to hang! Made by a family company in the USA, Dad will treasure
Do You Have Gout? 5 Foods to Avoid to Lower Your Risk of an Attack All Trending Articles Health 05/09/202205/09/2022 The Gout Diet by Ellen Blake Gout? Really? My husband woke up one night in severe pain that seemed to come out of nowhere. His second toe on his right foot was an angry red color and grotesquely swollen. He said he felt like it was on fire. We learned he had
Second Act Of The Month Award May 2022): Joyce Shulman Second Act 05/08/202205/12/2022 SECOND ACT OF THE MONTH AWARD Each month, we give the 50PlusToday SECOND ACT Award to an individual who made an intentional decision to change gears in this phase of life. It’s our goal to recognize and support people who reinvented themselves at age 50Plus and we choose recipients who are
11 Compelling Reasons to Retire Overseas as a Solo Ager All Trending Articles Retire Overseas 05/08/202205/20/2022 by Amy Jones Retirement. One simple word causes excitement for some and anxiety for others. For some, their job is their identity, stability and even, escape. For others, it means their hard work paid off and they can reap the rewards. In our youth, we have health but not much money. As
High SPF’s Capture our Attention – But Do We Need Them? All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 05/02/202205/03/2022 Author, Fayne Frey, MD Yes, we need them! The higher the SPF (Sun Protection Factor), the more sunburn protection the sunscreen provides. It’s that simple. SPF is the amount of energy (ultraviolet light) that is necessary to cause sunburn on protected skin (with sunscreen) in relation to the amount of energy
Why is Hair Growing There and How Can I Get Rid of It? All Trending Articles Skin Care Truths 04/25/202204/27/2022 by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist My patients complain often about body hairs sprouting in places they don't want them. Dark hairs on their chins seem to cause particular distress, but excessive hair growth above their lips and on their cheeks also upsets them. If you are a post menopausal
Do You Worry About Aging Alone? How (and Why) to Cultivate a Family of Choice All Trending Articles Caregiving Living 04/02/202204/04/2022 by Carol Marak Family of choice is the best support team for solo agers It feels like yesterday since I helped my parents with their elder care needs while working a full-time job. I experienced first-hand the effects of growing older by observing relatives evolve through the latter stages. However, they had
How To Achieve Optimum Health: A Pharmacist Shares Her Personal Story All Trending Articles 03/31/202204/01/2022 by Dr Deepa Pattani As a health professional who strives to model optimum health for her patients, why was it so hard for me to implement healthy habits into my own daily life? I spent years unsuccessfully trying to lose weight. Forty unhealthy, uncomfortable pounds had crept up on me over time.
3 Questions a Healthcare Provider Asks Before Choosing a Home Care Agency for Their Own Parent All Trending Articles Caregiving Health 03/22/202203/22/2022 by Emilia Bourland, OTR, ECHM Questions to ask before choosing a home care agency It’s 8:30am, and a busy day is ahead of you. You’re about to start your first task when the phone rings. It’s your dad. He never calls this early, so you know it can’t be good. Turns out
