Having to squint to read small print is considered a normal progression of our eyesight through middle age, and beyond, as our eyes undergo changes.... Continue
Spending long hours in a plane, train, bus, or car can really take its toll on your body, particularly your back and neck.
Sitting in one position—or in multiple, unnatural positions—for long stretches of time puts a lot of stress... Continue
There are so many popular diets these days that it can be difficult to sort fad from functional, especially when your best friend, relative, or neighbor swears by their fancy new way of eating.
Finding a diet that helps you develop... Continue
Although studies have found that staying physically active as you age helps prevent health problems, control chronic conditions and keep you mentally agile, spending hours on the treadmill can be dull. Sure, some folks like going to... Continue
My friend Ilene used to drool over my dog Isabella but vowed she’d never get one of her own. She was partially right. The stunning Springer Spaniel was mine, but three years later, when I began rushing out of state to be with my sick... Continue
The media is infamous for its often negative portrayal of those beyond middle age. But, a number of popular television shows celebrate what it means to grow older and more comfortable in your own skin. Here are 10 TV characters who... Continue
Move over, golf and tennis. A new favorite pastime is taking off with American Boomers.
A growing number of people are playing pickleball—a sport that combines tennis, badminton and ping-pong, and that is played by two to four... Continue
Summer means fun in the sun, from outdoor sports to family picnics to beach vacations—and it's a bright idea to protect yourself while enjoying those rays.
As great as it feels to bask in the sun, the light and heat pose both short-... Continue
Coloring books for adults are inescapable these days. You've probably noticed them for sale everywhere, from the bookstore to the craft store to the drugstore. Their recent rise to ubiquity is underscored by this graph of Google searches... Continue
