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
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
Kitchen Modifications to Make NOW (Before You Need Them!) accessibility All Trending Articles Living 07/06/202208/08/2022 by Leslie Farin Creating an age in place kitchen... We recently made the decision to remain in the home where we raised our family. The house is two stories with lots of steps, and probably too big for the two of us with the kids now on their own. The master bedroom,
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,
12 Excellent Summer Gifts You’ll Love to Give Gift Guides 06/19/202206/19/2022 Fabulous Summer Gifts Looking for summer gifts that are a little unique? Here are 12 suggestions from our readers! BAY LAUREL Oversized Turkish Beach Towel with Travel Bag This oversized turkish beach towel (39 x 71) with it's own travel bag is lightweight and compact. Hate sand in your bag? Me too! Shake
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
“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
The New Unstoppable 50+ Woman All Trending Articles Second Act 06/05/202207/05/2022 by Leslie Farin "The person I thought I was turned out to be just a character I played to be accepted." Lana McAra, the host of the Awake TV show called, “Now It’s My Turn! Where the 50+ Woman Awakens her Spark and En-Joys her Life.”, is everything you might envision in
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
11 Top Father’s Day Gifts for 80 Year Old Men Gift Guides 05/26/202205/27/2022 GREAT FATHERS DAY GIFTS FOR SENIORS RECOMMENDED BY OUR READERS Not sure what to get the 80 year old who seems to have everything and not want anything? It's tough to find a unique and useful gift for someone at this stage of life. That's why we put together some ideas
10 Fabulous Organizing Solutions You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner Gift Guides 05/20/202205/21/2022 ORGANIZATION SOLUTIONS THAT WORK At this point in my life, I want to simplify...I can't deal with the chaos that seemed to follow me when I was younger. I greatly value good storage and organizational solutions, as well as the importance of purging those items I no longer need or want.
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.
Still Hot…Just Comes in Flashes Now! All Trending Articles Health Living 05/16/202205/17/2022 by Ellen Blake News flash about menopause At this very moment I am hot, sweaty and to be perfectly honest, kind of disgusting. True, it is getting to be summer in Texas which can be unbearable under the best of circumstances, but the extreme weather is not the reason I am an
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
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
12 Outstanding Mother’s Day Gifts for 80 Year Old Women Who Live Alone Gift Guides 04/06/202204/08/2022 Looking for unique Mother's Day gift ideas for 80 year old women? Not sure what to get the 80 year old senior loved one who seems to have everything and not want anything? The best gift is certainly your time and attention, which is especially important if she is isolated during
Does Your Spouse Share Your Retirement Goals? 6 Tips From a Retired Husband To Ease the Transition All Trending Articles Coronavirus 03/21/202203/24/2022 by Peter Keers Communication is key when planning for retirement... I'll never forget the shocked look on my wife's face when I said, "I'm retiring in two months." I was surprised at her reaction. During the prior year, we frequently discussed (I thought) the idea of my retirement after 40 years of work.
10 Best New Baby Gifts for 2022 – Spoil New Babies and Their Parents Gift Guides 03/20/202203/21/2022 Our curated list of 10 best baby gifts for 2022 Looking to give a unique baby gift to a special new mom? Below are our favorite finds for 2022. There's something here to fit every budget! Baby Monthly Milestone Blanket, Unisex Growth Chart, Nursery Blanket Includes Bandana Drool Bib & Baby Hat What
The Secret to Successful Life Change: Focus Your Energy on the Future All Trending Articles Living 03/15/202203/17/2022 by Deanna King Socrates once said, “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new”. It took me years to face my fears and make a difficult, albeit necessary, decision. Fifteen years to be exact. Though my journey was far
My Friend Just Got Divorced After Decades Together – How Can I Help? All Trending Articles Love & Sex at 50+ 03/15/202203/17/2022 by Ellen Blake HOW TO HELP A FRIEND GOING THROUGH DIVORCE Gray divorce It's hard sometimes to understand why couples divorce after many years together, especially in situations when you had no idea there were difficulties. Obviously, no one truly knows what goes on in someone's house and there are lots of different
Is it Love or a Fear of Being Alone? Obstacles and Aids to Relationship Fulfillment All Trending Articles Love & Sex at 50+ 03/10/202207/15/2022 by Michael Lubell Is it love or a fear of being alone? I love the song by the 60’s group, “The Rascals” with the incredibly underrated lead singer Felix Cavalleri, “Lonely Too Long.” When I met a woman after a long hiatus from a relationship, I used to sing the lyrics to
Skincare Products You’d Want if Stranded on a Desert Island All Trending Articles Health Skin Care Truths 03/07/202206/05/2022 Author: Fayne Frey,MD, Board Certified Dermatologist SKINCARE TIPS Let’s pretend you’re stuck on a desert island. Your personal genie will grant you only one skincare product. What do you wish for? The answer is SUNSCREEN. Sunscreen is undeniably the single most effective skincare product for preventing the changes in skin associated with aging, dark
The Housesharing Trend: Are You a Single Boomer Who Doesn’t Want to Live Alone? Living 03/06/202203/09/2022 by Ellen Blake "Live with a stranger? No Way!" I hear this statement many times. But people are starting to rethink their living situations. For example, my active and youthful friend, Marilyn, was widowed last year at age 56. She and her husband planned to grow old together in the house where
Are You Too Old to Get a Mortgage? All Trending Articles Living Money 02/22/202202/24/2022 by Jeff Berman Can You Get a 30 Year Mortgage When You Are 60+? Traditional financial advice for retirees, and soon to be retirees, is to reduce debt as much as possible.1 With reduced and fixed income that often comes with retirement, it's considered optimal to have little to no debt—cars, homes,
