Doctor, Let’s Talk: Advocating for the Sexual Healthcare You Deserve
When was the last time you advocated for your own sexual healthcare? When did you last visit your family doctor about an intimate health issue?…
Thriving Through Cancer: From Health Crisis To Strength
Cancer was not on my vision board. I have no family history of cancer and am the healthiest person I know. I’ve been a registered…
6 Myths About HRT To Debunk Once And For All
In the realm of health and wellness, few topics spark as much debate and misinformation as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Whether whispered in the corridors…
What Your Aging Hands Say About Your Health
As we journey through life, our hands bear witness to our experiences. They’ve cradled babies, cooked countless meals, typed up work reports, and held the…
The Menopause Brain Maze Unraveled
For years, the narrative surrounding menopause and brain health has been shrouded in confusion and fear. Terms like "brain fog" and "memory lapses" cast a…
The Key Gynaecologist Exams Women Over 50 Should Have Post Summer
There’s something about turning 50 for women that can be a blessing or a curse. The hormonal changes take front and centre stage for most…
Healthy Ageing: It Takes Only 5 Simple Steps To A Better Life
When Dr Jitka Vseteckova, Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care at The Open University in the UK, first started studying ageing she was a young…
Inflammaging: Understanding the Link Between Inflammation and Aging
Aging is an inevitable part of life, but what if we could slow down the aging process and increase our lifespan? Recent study has shown…
4 Ways To Build Strong Bones During Menopause
Did you know eight million U.S. women over 50 suffer from osteoporosis? It is called a “silent disease” because those who develop it may not…
Well Being: How Can I Reduce Cellulite When Affected By Hypothyroidism?
I'm 50 years old and I've been recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Since then, I've noticed that I've put on weight and my cellulite has increased.…
Top 5 Lifestyle Changes To Prevent High Cholesterol During Menopause
Did you know that levels of LDL cholesterol can increase during or after menopause? That's due to a reduction in the body’s levels of estrogen.…
How To Wake Up Your Metabolism With A Thyroid Detox
Whether you've been under thyroid hormone replacement therapy for a while, or you've just started treatment, improving your lifestyle will certainly help a lot to…
2022 Horoscope: Freedom Is The Theme Of The Year
Welcome to the year of freedom. What’s in the stars for your sign in 2022? From Aries to Pisces, check out your Horoscope and see…
How To Fight Colds With Natural Remedies
You can get a cold or flu anytime, but winter is probably the virus' most favourite season and when over 50 menopause can make things…
5 Powerful Eye Yoga Exercises To Reduce Strain
As we age, many of us will start to see some changes in our vision: some will experience dry eyes more often and others might…
Should You Add A Protein Shake To Your Midlife Diet?
Protein shakes aren’t just for body-builders. If you are in your 50s chances are you need more protein intakes in your diet to minimise the…
6 Effective Ways To Relieve Lower Back Pain
Whether you blame it on long hours working at your desk or that sudden movement, developing lower back pain at midlife is very common. A…
Why Magnesium Is A Lady’s Best Friend
Our nutritional needs change during the menopause and even more in summer. One of the minerals that we lose faster during the good season is…
The Fabulous Benefits Of A Summer Sauna
Going to the sauna in the heat of July might seem absurd to those who are not accustomed to this ritual. Yet it is precisely…
Trekking Boots: How To Choose The Right Ones
With hectic lifestyles that see us rarely alone, escaping to the wilderness can restore calm and build resilience providing a number of health benefits ranging…