Are you a subscriber? Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, I send out an email newsletter. Here’s an example. Subscribe and join the Living Well community! How to subscribe? Click HERE. Our knees carry us through decades of daily life. Walking. Standing. Gardening. Traveling. Chasing grandchildren. We rarely think about them until something starts to hurt….
Our hands are involved in almost everything we do. They open jars, button shirts, hold coffee mugs, text grandchildren, cook meals, garden, clean, and drive. They work quietly for decades without much thought until stiffness, pain, or swelling start to get our attention. If you’re dealing with arthritis, Heberden’s nodes, numbness, or fingers that click…
Every January, we’re flooded with reminders to move more, eat better, lift weights, walk farther, and stretch longer. Fitness goals typically take center stage, and while getting stronger is a good thing, there’s one important muscle we often forget to train: our brain. Games are a great way to work out our brains. That’s actually…
One of the biggest mistakes people make in January is setting goals based on how they used to feel, rather than how they feel today. Bodies change with time. Muscles recover more slowly. Joints may need more warm-up. Balance can require more attention. None of this means you’re weaker or failing; it means your body…
The start of a new year always motivates me to feel stronger, move more, and take better care of myself. But for those of us over 60, fitness doesn’t have to mean intense workouts or drastic changes. It’s also about staying mobile, protecting balance, and building habits that feel doable and sustainable. The good news?…
There’s a simple daily habit that many older adults overlook that may support cognitive health: talking through your day, out loud or in writing. Whether you call it narrating your day, journaling, or simply telling your story as you go, this practice can boost memory, strengthen thinking skills, and enhance emotional well-being. Why Something as…
Winter Comfort Check-In Winter affects everyone a little differently. This quick check-in isn’t a test or a diagnosis. It’s simply a way to notice areas where small changes may help you feel more comfortable this season. My skin feels drier or itchier in winter I feel stiffer or achier, especially on cold mornings My sleep…
You’ve probably heard the word microplastics popping up everywhere lately, on the news, in health articles, and even in conversations about food and water. It can sound alarming, especially when the headlines make it feel like plastics are suddenly everywhere. So let’s slow this down and talk about what microplastics really are, what scientists actually…
For many people, the holidays are pictured as joyful gatherings filled with laughter, food, and family. But for a lot of seniors, this season can bring up very different feelings. Loss, distance from loved ones, health changes, or big life transitions can make the holidays feel quiet, heavy, or even lonely. These feelings are more…
As we get older, our eyes work a little harder, especially during winter, when shorter days, dry indoor air, and holiday activities can add extra strain. That’s why gifts that support better vision, comfort, and clarity are so thoughtful this time of year. If you’re looking for meaningful, practical presents for the seniors in your…