8 Affordable Anti-aging Skincare Products for over-50s Posted on January 21October 15 A woman’s skin goes through major changes after menopause when estrogen levels dip. The structure of the skin changes completely and although the top layer becomes thinner, the epidermis becomes more impenetrable. It’s essential to use the right skin products if you want to slow down the signs of aging… Read more
Your body The impact of divorce on your physical health Posted on August 11 When you are going through a divorce, you may be so traumatized that you stop caring for yourself physically. You may stop exercising, binge on comfort food or neglect to eat, battle to sleep and even resort to drinking too much. This obviously takes its toll on your physical health…. Read more
Looking for the best turmeric supplement? Ask these questions Posted on May 2May 22 What do you really need to be aware of when purchasing a turmeric supplement? This is a valid question when there are so many supplements available, all varying in price, quality, purity and strength. It can be quite bewildering to be confronted with such an array and it is easy… Read more
Your body Are all the claims about Turmeric wildly exaggerated? Posted on April 24May 2 Turmeric has been touted as a miracle spice that can cure all kinds of diseases, from cancer and indigestion to Alzheimer’s. Is there any substance to the claims made about Turmeric or are they wildly exaggerated? I am always suspicious when I hear about a miracle cure-all. However, just because… Read more
Your body Tea is far more than just a hot beverage Posted on March 28 Tea is second only to water as the most popular drink in the world. In my house it’s always time for tea. There is so much more to a cup of tea than a mere hot beverage. It provides comfort in a time of grief or loss. It is a… Read more
Your body Why your sleep cycle is so important Posted on March 17March 17 Our world is very different to that of our ancestors who had no clocks or electricity. They woke when the sun came up and went to sleep when it set. Today, we often get up when our alarm clock rings and go to bed long after the sun has set. … Read more
What is the best essential oil diffuser? Posted on January 28 Deciding which diffuser is most suitable for your needs can be confusing. These small units used to diffuse essential oils come in many models and styles. Essential oils have many health benefits such as improving sleep, increasing energy and uplifting mood. Using a good diffuser is key to getting the… Read more
Your body 16 popular essential oils and their health benefits Posted on January 24December 21 Essential oils have been used for centuries for medicinal purposes. They are extracted from various parts of plants and trees – the leaves, fruit, flowers, bark and wood. Each oil has unique active ingredients, a distinctive aroma and the ability to support natural healing processes. These essential oils have powerful… Read more
Your body Short haircuts – women over 60 Posted on January 17November 9 When your face and body are starting to show their age, it’s time to reassess that old hairstyle you’ve been wearing for years. A new style may be exactly what you need to make you look younger, fresher and more stylish. Hairstyles for women over 60 have come a long… Read more
Your body An empty nester’s guide to cooking for one Posted on January 11January 11 When nearly two decades of shopping for food, planning meals and cooking for a family have taken up a large percentage of your time, adjusting to cooking for one is difficult. It’s tempting to rely on ready-cooked meals and neglect healthy nutrition. This is one of the worst possible times… Read more
Over 50? Eat these 20 useful healing foods Posted on December 31 As we age, the food we eat can make a great difference to how our bodies function and cope with the ageing process. Our metabolism is gradually declining and what we eat becomes vital to ongoing health. Foods with a high nutrient content need to take the place of those… Read more
Your body What is Candida and do I have it? Posted on December 29 The term Candida is used to refer to the Candida Albicans fungus. It is a common yeast that exists in small colonies in your gut. Do you have it? Yes you do. Everyone does. The idea that Candida does not belong in the body and you have to rid of… Read more
Your body The best shampoo for gray hair Posted on December 12 Deciding to go gray can be liberating but for it to look its best, you do need to change your hair care routine. Products that are specially formulated for gray hair can make a huge difference. A silver/purple shampoo is essential if, like me, your gray hair easily develops a… Read more
Your body Zambesia Botanica skin cream review – sausage tree cream Posted on November 29November 29 Inspiration for the name of Zambesia Botanica came from the Zambesi River, the fourth largest river in Africa, where the Kigelia Africana (sausage tree) grows along its bank. This tree is found in South, Central and West Africa. It is called the ‘sausage tree’ because of its huge sausage-shaped fruits… Read more
Your body Best makeup for women over 50 Posted on November 9November 11 When makeup is applied using the correct techniques and products, it enhances our natural looks. When it is applied with a heavy hand, particularly when we are older, it can add years to our faces. For a woman of over 50, less is definitely more. As older women we are… Read more
Your body Coconut oil and hair growth Posted on November 4 Coconut oil has been used on hair for thousands of years to help keep it strong, nourished and protected. Excessive use of hair products can strip away natural oils in the hair, leaving it weakened, damaged and dull. When hair is damaged, it starts splitting up the hair shaft and… Read more
Your body Fight aging with pomegranite power Posted on September 6 Many of us have been introduced to the health benefits of pomegranates. However, it is only recently that a study has revealed the anti-aging potential of this superfruit. Modern scientists have managed to prove what ancient physicians believed – that the pomegranate can help us to fight aging. Forbidden fruit?… Read more
Your body What is in green tea? Posted on August 31August 2 Green tea, like black tea, is made from the Camellia sinensis shrub. The major difference between the two types comes in the processing method. For green tea, the leaves are picked and sent straight off to be steamed or dried to prevent fermentation. Black tea leaves are left to ferment… Read more
Your body Is there a natural mosquito repellent that works as well as DEET? Posted on August 24August 24 The red bump and itchiness of a mosquito bite is familiar to most of us. Mosquitoes can ruin our sleep with the persistent buzz of their wings and they have an uncanny way of avoiding our attempts to swat them. Beyond the mere nuisance factor, they are carriers of some… Read more
Your body What is the difference between mind and brain? Posted on July 26 The question about the difference between mind and brain has been debated by scientists, theologians and philosophers for centuries. The functions of the mind and the brain are so interwoven that it is hard to separate them, despite the fact that the brain has a definite shape and can be… Read more