aging

When it comes to a great tea that can make you feel energized without leaving you crashing by noon, Yerba Mate is your go-to drink.  Yerba Mata is a species of the holly family that grows in the subtropical region of South America. 

While we may all want to age gracefully, many of us will nevertheless continue to do what we can in order to slow down the process.  Premature aging isn’t just about fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin, but it can also have a negative effect on one’s overall health as well.  Aging dramatically affects one’s health as well as one’s vanity.

One of the most important aspects of keeping ourselves healthy as we age is ensuring that we keep ourselves active.  Most importantly, keeping our muscle mass as dense as we can will help ensure that we are able to continue to engage in physical activity as we get older.

The inevitable consequences of aging leave many people, particular women, yearning to be in better shape and wanting to restore themselves to their earlier vibrant selves. Although there is no magic cure for aging, there are many exercises that older people can do to keep themselves in better shape and looking sharp.

It is an unfortunate yet highly predictable consequence of aging that the mind’s memory begins to deteriorate; almost everyone has experienced this phenomenon with elderly people who they spend time with. The inevitability of memory loss is what is particularly startling about the phenomenon.

Recently, the American Geriatrics Society released a tip sheet designed to offer guidance for seniors about how to age with health.  The list was released in order to help aging adults with information regarding what makes a difference when it comes to getting old healthily.

While you may already be fond of having a little honey on your toast, there are also a variety of other uses for this miracle substance.  For centuries, honey has been used for a variety of things beyond mere consumption.  The important properties of honey extend far beyond its uses in consumption.  Although its benefits for fertility, immune system function, and long-life have b

Hearing loss is a serious problem affecting millions of individuals especially as they age.  Hearing loss occurs when sound waves no longer can properly reach the brain.  It can be temporary, partial or permanent depending on the cause.  Hearing loss is not exactly the same thing as deafness, the latter being defined more generally as the inability to hear at or near birth as a r

Resveratrol is receiving increasing attention from the health and naturopath community these days.  Although long has it been known that a glass of red wine every now and then can have beneficial effects, resveratrol has become one of the leading supplements on the market.

Many of you may have recently heard of cordyceps and their benefits, but may still be wondering what the heck these are.  You’ve heard it’s some sort of fungus or a parasite of some sort and from this point may have lost interest in its appeal.  However, for centuries cordyceps have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to combat liver and kidney problems.  

Most people have on occasion experienced some sort of eye problems.  Be it dry eyes, tired bloodshot eyes, itchy or irritated eyes, our eyes will generally tell us when they are not getting the care they need.  Water and itchy eyes can therefore be a sign of allergies, while dark circles can tell us we are not getting enough sleep. 

A lot of older individuals might wonder whether or not beginning an exercise regime is safe and whether or not it is even advisable.  After a certain age, stamina, recovery time and host of other conditions can affect one’s ability to engage in physical activity.  Despite some of these considerations though, it is generally recommended that even those who are elderly and/or those that

It’s a thought that haunts you once you cross your forties; it becomes stronger as you notice the grays and the wrinkles; and it becomes an obsession with some people who cannot accept the fact that they are growing old. Aging is a natural part of life, but it is hard to digest that our physical features are undergoing a sea change and that we can do nothing about it.

Goji berries pack a lot of punch for such a small berry. There are a few different kinds – but they are all just as effective when it comes to their health benefits and the difference boils down to the taste. Chinese berries are smaller and slightly bitter tasting whereas the Himalayan berries are larger, plumper and sweeter tasting.

Even if 40 is the new 20 (how can that be?), there are certain unwanted things that come with age. Gray hair, wrinkles, and weight gain. Typically, around age 40, many people start to gain weight. There are many reasons for this, but the main culprit is hormones.

If you want to get younger looking skin without spending a lot of money, it is easier than you may think.  There is no need to spend money on cosmetic surgeries, spas, or expensive creams – all you really need to do is follow a few simple rules:

Although no one knows what life has in store for them, there are many little things that you can do to add years to your life. The life expectancy of the average person is up about 51% just from 1990 to 2000. For this we can thank the technological advances in the health industry, cutting edge medicines and treatments and the internet which gives everyone quick access to so much useful information.

If you equate getting older with feeling older , don’t. By living right and having a positive attitude, not only can you ward off the effects of aging but you can feel better than ever.  Feeling young is a frame of mind. No matter what your age, you can feel as if you are youthful and full of energy by using the below techniques:

One of the most effective ingredients found in anti-aging products is called resveratrol. Resveratrol is a natural defense mechanism which is found naturally in plants. Grapes and certain fruits contain the highest amounts of this compound which has been found to play a role in preventing premature aging and other diseases such as cancer. 

Out of our five senses, our hearing is the one most commonly lost or decreased from preventable causes. Taking care of your ears is imperative if you want to keep your hearing as sharp as possible and avoiding any kind of ear problems. Here are three tips for ear health:

Beautiful skin is one of the best assets a person can have. Your skin is the first thing people notice about you and clear, wrinkle free skin is immediately associated with beauty. Unfortunately as we get older our skin tends to change and wrinkles appear. So how do you prolong the aging process and hang onto that beautiful, youthful skin as long as you can?

Problem skin creeps up on most people from time to time, especially during the winter when its is dry outside. Rough patches, redness, and irritation are all common around this time yet they dont necessarily have to be. You cant have perfect skin

Ever notice how when you start to get stressed out you also pack on a few pounds? There are numerous ways that our bodies react to stress and gaining weight is a common one. There are also many ways in which stress can contribute to weight gain.