How much protein do I need?
Part 2: Protein requirements for women fifty and beyond What the experts say: "The first thing you need to know about protein is that...
Five Reasons We Need More Protein
Part 1: Why we need more protein Protein builds every structure and chemical in our bodies. That includes bones, muscles, cells and...
Could vaginal estrogen prevent bladder infections?
I was miserable for more than three years with bladder or urinary tract infections (UTIs). Finally I had a bladder scope and the...
Overwhelmed, Bored and Stuck?
I am bored. Overwhelmed, bored and stuck Not because I don't have a list of things to do, but bored because I don't want to do any of...
What we buy matters
In May, Newsweek reported that so much used clothing is being dumped in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile, it can be seen from space....
Would You Try a Weight Loss Drug?
Ozempic seems to be the rage. Is it right for me?
What about those online games?
There are many fun games online! I'm a big fan of WORDLE (nytimes.com), QUORDLE (merriam-webster.com) and OCTORDLE (britannica.com), love...
A surprising solution for pain
My friend Louise brought me a small vial of oil from her trip to Egypt. She said, "drop a little anywhere you hurt." So I put it on my...
Embracing the Power of AI: How Woman over 60 Can Benefit
Full Disclosure: AI Wrote this Blog. In today's fast-paced world, the advancements in technology have revolutionized various aspects of...
How to Save Your Joints
By 60, most women have joint pain. The wear and tear of life may be catching up with us and hormone changes make things worse. However, a...
Curious about post-menopause?
When I was ten, I was curious about adolescence--those years when my body would change from girl to woman. Fast forward 40 years. All the...
Are you starving your gut?
The gut is a busy place. Trillions of bacteria live in the mouth, stomach and intestines transforming food into everything from vitamins...
Daughters of Time
Recently, Jeff and I visited my last living aunt and uncle. Aunt Mary Beth is mom's youngest sister. She and her husband Jack live in the...
Hair loss in menopause!
It's no secret that with age, our hair becomes thinner AND more likely to develop bald spots. The first signs show up between 25-40 years...
Our best life depends on two words
A woman's quality of life from 40-100+ comes down to two words--vaginal health. I've written about this before. However, when I speak...
What we knew as children...
Today is our grandson's sixth birthday. He requested donuts in the park for breakfast and Pokémon cards. We were happy to oblige!...
Should We Tell People We Have Covid?
The short, quick answer is YES! Covid has not gone away and over 500 people die a day in the US. For those of us over 60, we need to be...
Avoid trouble while traveling
This has been a year for trouble on the road. Canceled flights and lost luggage are only the beginning of challenging travel experiences....
Change: Just 10 Minutes a Day
People who have known me for a long time have seen me change. I am still the loud, outspoken, intense person I have always been. But,...
Looking for a 2023 resolution?
Happy New Year friends! When the holidays are over, I'm ready to read something light. I downloaded Yours Truly, An Obituary Writer's...