
I firmly believe in getting out of your routine to stimulate your mind and creativity. Relaxing and having fun are suitable for everyone. But did you know that new experiences contribute to good health?
A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
Here are all of my posts featuring health-related topics with tips for aging gracefully beyond the age of 50.
I firmly believe in getting out of your routine to stimulate your mind and creativity. Relaxing and having fun are suitable for everyone. But did you know that new experiences contribute to good health?
I hate to start with the staggering statistics that heart disease affects about 44 million U.S. women. But I am. According to the American Heart Association, women are two times more likely to die than men within the first few weeks of a heart attack. I want to dive into Women’s Heart Health: What you […]
In August 2019, I finally launched my Instagram TV channel with the thrill and excitement of including my photo in the September 25th issue. Recently, on Christmas Eve, I added another episode for the AARP: SIsterhood Is Beautiful Essay Contest. As a year in review, 2019 marked defining moments.
In May 2018, the Ad Council ran a Public Service Campaign using the Alicia Keyes song; You Don’t Know My Name. This particular advertisement is unique and focused on the bond of sisterhood. But at the end of the commercial, a thought-provoking question was asked: Do you know your girls? By now, we all know […]
Ever notice how, as adults, our ears perk up when someone talks about the fountain of youth? In a recent post, I shared five science-based ways to live longer; you may recall them: a heart-healthy diet, exercising, maintaining average body weight, drinking in moderation, and not smoking. Today’s post, I want to drill down to […]
Did you know that the average American diet comprises 60% ultra-processed foods? These foods are made irresistible by sugar, fat, and salt. Let’s examine the question: What does processed food do to the body? Most of the food we eat today is processed in some way. Some foods have ingredients added, some are fortified to […]
Here at the Age of Grace, I’m all about staying healthy and aging gracefully. I believe we all have the same motivation: living as long and fulfilling a life as possible. Researchers identified certain behaviors that can increase longevity. The adoption of these lifestyle habits suggests the fountain of youth is within our reach. The […]
I’m among the one-third of the male and female population experiencing hair loss. In my six years of blogging, you may not notice, but I have many photographs capturing my unpleasant problem. Do you remember my trip to NYC derailed because of a complimentary hot girl excursion to Miami? Well, this weekend, I finally got […]
◊ Last weekend’s dangerous heatwave kept me inside for most of the weekend. Except on Sunday, hubby and I headed to the sumptuous Champagne Sunday Brunch at Eden Resort in Lancaster. Why? It was celebration time for the birthdays of my bestie and her husband. Because I got the 411 on choosing a quality probiotic […]
Hello, Beauties🌸 This week’s post is My Fifth Anniversary Fitbit Journey. Five years ago, when I was 58, my health goal was to age gracefully. I sought a way to encourage myself to be more active every day. My journey started by using a pedometer. The pharmaceutical company I work for, AstraZeneca, gave out inexpensive […]