Health Concerns

While you might think that crossword puzzles and other brain-stimulating activities are the key to staving off memory decline and cognitive function, it turns out that putting down the pencil and paper and getting up off the couch is a better way to support the health of your brain. Read More

Many scientists and physicians have suggested that aging is a ‘disease’ and with the rise of popular media culture, we have resulted in spending more time and money, trying to reverse aging instead of enjoying it. Read More

Researchers have been looking for a link between the symptoms of low moods and omega-3s for decades, and according to a recent large-scale Japanese study, the long-chain fatty acids may help brush away the blues. Read More

Confused by serums? You’re not alone. While serums are the star of some beauty cabinets, many of us are left wondering what purpose a serum has in a beauty routine and if it is even needed at all. If you haven’t yet added a serum to your routine, we’ll help you understand why they’re worth considering – and if you are using one, here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of it. Read More

More than 175 million people worldwide - at least 10 percent of the global population above the age of 60 - suffer from at least one of the myriad forms of arthritic diseases. Read More

Our bones and joints are part of our body’s ‘superstructure’ and are the keys to us maintaining our mobility and independence for longer. Without strong bones and joints, not only will our body’s ‘superstructure’ be weak, but we are also more likely to suffer pain and discomfort. Read More

Our eyesight is one the most important senses we have, allowing us to see the faces of the people we love, a sunset over a summer lake, snow-swept mountains, the azure blue of a tropical beach. Without it, life’s color fades away. Read More

I never understood the fascination with exercise.  It looked repetitive, felt absolutely torturous and I always ended up a smelly, sweaty mess after. Yet, I admit there is something about exercise that once you get started (really started) you can’t seem to stop. Read More

If you are looking for your own personal Fountain of Youth, you may want to consider adding more carotenoids to your diet. Read More

We are all guilty of the odd beauty faux pas; after all, no one is perfect.
Here are some of the biggest mistakes we make when it comes to our faces! Read More