Life Stages & Aging
4 Tips For Choosing The Best Walking Shoes For Flat Feet : It is estimated that almost 20% of adults have flat feet, in which the arch of the feet is flat or fallen. Such condition is common in children and usually goes away as they become adults. But in some cases, the arch does not form and the concerned people […]
Managing Your Arthritis During the Cold Winter Months : It’s officially winter, if not by the calendar, then by the temperatures. And with the cold weather comes the increased stiffness and aches from arthritis. Although the phenomena of increased joint pain in colder temps hasn’t been rigorously scientifically studied, almost every person living with arthritis can speak to the effect of […]
5 Safety Tips for Seniors Living Alone : A recent study from the Pew Research Center found that 32 percent of women over the age of 65 live alone. There are some benefits that come with living on your own as a senior woman, including having more time to spend on your hobbies and interests. However, there are also risks that […]
Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Back Pain : Millions of people suffer from low back pain around the globe. In the US alone, more than 88 billion dollars a year are spent on treating low back pain and neck pain – making it the third highest bill for any health condition. Women are comparatively at a higher risk due to factors such […]
5 Lesser Known Tips to Avoid ACL and Other Knee Related Injuries : A torn anterior cruciate ligament (or ACL for short) is notorious for being one of the most painfully incapacitating injuries on the market, often requiring surgical measures and endless rehabilitation to avoid further permanent damage. Even worse, is that this specific style of ligament trouble is four to […]
10 Unhealthy Practices You Need to Stop Doing at Age 30 : Transitioning from being an enigmatic lady in your 20s to being a responsible woman in your 30s might hardly change what you feel about yourself and your body. You look into the mirror and the person who stares right back is still the same, magnificent you. But don’t be […]
Want To Stop Sitting too Much? While life might seem chaotic as a busy mom, it can be surprisingly full of sitting. Sitting down at your desk job, sitting in school traffic, sitting at the kid’s soccer games, sitting down to help with homework, sitting to eat, watch TV, skimming Pinterest . . . the list goes on!
Fun Fitness Ideas To Do With Aging Parents: If you are a woman in her 40s, 50s, or 60s, chances are you’re caring for (or know someone who is) an aging parent. Over 40 million family caregivers in the U.S. provide support and care for loved ones, from driving parents to and from appointments, to helping with prescription refills, health insurance […]
A Health Guide for Women in Their 30s And Beyond : Aging is inevitable along with the changes in the human body that comes with it. Though aging is a natural part of life, there are ways to improve the whole process. Healthy aging requires effort in promoting and maintaining social, mental, and physical wellbeing.
How To Stay In Shape in the Later Years of Life : The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that older adults engage in approximately 2½ hours of moderate aerobic activity a week as well as strength exercises twice weekly. There are numerous reasons why we tend to become more sedentary as we grow older: health problems, weight issues or […]
8 Natural Remedies For Your Gout Pain : Gout is the most painful form of arthritis, and it affects the big toe majorly and other body parts like the knees, hands, wrists, and ankles. It occurs when there is a buildup of too much uric acid in the body. Symptoms of Gouts include inflammation of the joint causing swelling, tenderness, sudden […]
Symptoms To Look For After A Fall Of Elderly Relative : Unfortunately, one of the more common events in the lives of the elderly is a fall. Falling is considered a non-event for most young people,
Why is it hard to lose weight when you get older : Have you ever asked yourself the question, “Am I overweight? ” If the answer is yes, then it is the right time to start shedding weight because as we get older, it becomes more difficult to lose weight. It is easier for a 20-year-old woman to lose weight compared […]
The Importance of Exercising As A Senior Woman : The benefits of exercise in the later years of life cannot be stressed enough according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Exercising on a regular basis can go a long way towards preventing chronic disease, improving one’s mood and decreasing the risk of injury.
How to stay healthy in a hectic schedule : Most of us do not have time to follow a proper healthy lifestyle in the midst of our hectic routines. Neglecting health and improper care can lead to a lot of problems. Therefore, it is mandatory to find time for yourself and adopt habits that can help lead a healthy lifestyle.
