In your fifties, more than ever, if you take care of yourself, it shows. Bobbi Brown, Beauty Evolution. The previous quote from Bobbi Brown, makeup artist maven, is my motto, my mantra, and I want it to be yours, too. If you eat a healthy, balanced, and nutritious diet, exercise regularly, manage stress, and get […]
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You have the power to unlock your brain’s potential at any age Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Should you make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no additional cost to you. Know that I stand behind all the products I promote. As we get older, cognitive health should become a priority. Brain
“It’s paradoxical that the idea of living a long life appeals to everyone, but the idea of getting old doesn’t appeal to anyone.”-Andy Rooney Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Should you make a purchase using the links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Know that I firmly stand
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Do not be afraid of spending time by yourself. Find meaning or not find meaning but “steal” some time and give it freely and exclusively to your own self. Opt for privacy and solitude. That doesn’t make you anti-social or cause you to reject the rest of the world. But you need to breathe. And
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A few days ago, a friend mentioned the term oxidative stress, and I must admit that I was totally unfamiliar with it. She also told me about the connection between oxidative stress and premature aging, prompting me to check it out immediately. During my research on the topic, I found out that oxidative stress and
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As we age, our immune system response capability becomes reduced, which contributes to more infections and more cancers. In my younger years, it never occurred to me to think about my immune system. I never thought that I could help strengthen it by making changes in my lifestyle. I certainly never thought that my immune
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“Even though the body appears to be material, it is not. In the deeper reality, your body is a field of energy, transformation, and intelligence.”-Deepak Chopra Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Should you decide to make a purchase, I may earn a small commission. Know that I have tested and approved all the products
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“We need to feel beautiful from the inside out and not the other way around”- Maria Vazquez Castro As I stated in my initial posts, the process of aging is not an easy one for me. I admit that I wouldn’t say I like getting old. Some women come to a peaceful place with their
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“Eating is a sensual act.”-Maria Vazquez Castro It is not an easy task achieving and especially maintaining a healthy weight for most of us, women over 50. However, there are ways to achieve that ideal weight goal. As I have mentioned in previous posts, now is not the time for dieting, starving yourself, counting calories,
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In my last post, I introduced the concept of healthy eating. I also included a list of the ideal types of foods that you should regularly eat for optimal general health. The present article will focus precisely on the opposite, that is, what kind of foods you should avoid in your daily diet to fight
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