Energy—a word that’s more elusive than your teenage grandkids. It’s also an essential component to living strong and living long, but as you age it’s difficult to find and even harder to keep. While menopause and andropause can deplete your energy, they aren’t the only cause of your lack of oomph and zest. Do you […]
At 16, you could earn your driver’s license, and at 18, you could graduate high school. When you turned 21, you could upgrade from a virgin strawberry daiquiri to a sophisticated whiskey on the rocks—although you probably went for the cheap beer instead. Other than going over the hill, it may seem there are few […]
If you’re a male over 40, you’re probably aware that your body is changing. Wrinkles are forming around your eyes and on your forehead—all those years of glaring at your rebellious teenagers are taking their toll. But, of course, you know wrinkles aren’t the only change you’re experiencing. Maybe your belly is a little bigger, […]
People often spend hours researching their symptoms to find out what’s wrong with their health. But they’re quicker to the punch when it comes to finding a physician to treat those symptoms. Knowing who to seek help from is just as important as knowing why you need treatment in the first place. So, if you’re […]
Did you know women, on average, gain ten pounds during menopause? Because mood swings, fatigue and hot flashes aren’t enough to worry about, right? When your estrogen levels dip, you experience an accumulation of belly fat, bone loss and muscle atrophy. And, if you lead a sedentary lifestyle, you’re at more risk for weight gain […]
So, you’re experiencing perimenopause, menopause or andropause. Now what? You know this is simply par for the course. The effects of aging include mood swings, low libido, night sweats, daily fatigue and weight fluctuations. But, the question is, where do you go from here? How do you ensure you don’t lose quality of life as […]
As you age, maintaining your energy is like climbing a mountain. At ground zero, you’re full of zest. But as you climb, your muscles become fatigued, your joints ache and your interest in reaching the peak wanes. But when you look around, you see other men scaling the side of that mountain, almost effortlessly. What […]
How many fruits and vegetables did you eat this past month? Most people would say not enough. In fact, a recent study published by the Journal of the American College of Nutrition in January 2015, found that 40 percent of adults are deficient in vitamins A, C, D and E, not to mention calcium and […]
Are you ready for summer? To spend your mornings swimming laps at the pool? Or to take afternoon walks through the Farmer’s market? Sure, mentally, you’re geared up to make plans and get going. But, physically, your body yearns for a few more weeks of hibernation. And when your energy levels don’t match your desires, […]
“Measure twice, cut once!” This is timeless advice for a tailor or a carpenter. We’ve all heard this expression and maybe we’ve used it. But what does it say about the way people think? It says that we all spend twice as much time and effort worrying about making a mistake than we do just […]