Aging brings along a variety of physical and mental problems. The body becomes less immune to diseases, and your muscles and bones begin to weaken due to wear and tear. You also end up becoming vulnerable to several dental problems. For instance, in America, adults with the age of 50 and above lose a mean of 12 teeth. By the time they reach 65 years, a significant percentage of the population tend to lack all permanent teeth. This is due to the various dental problems which affect them during this age. … [Read more...]
Stacy Kaiser: Coping Strategies When It Comes To Aging Well
Stacy Kaiser is a media personality, author and relationship expert. She’s made hundreds of TV appearances on major networks including NBC, CBS, ABC, CNN, HLN and FOX and has a reputation for bringing a unique mix of thoughtful and provocative insight to a wide range of topics. Stacy is joins us on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio to talk about coping strategies... especially when it comes to some of the issues of aging. If you care about aging well, staying healthy and keeping fit and feisty throughout the … [Read more...]
Have Your Got The Three Traits of a Successful Jobseeker?
People are landing jobs. This holds true in spite of many factors including whether or not the candidate boasts each skill in the position description. Are these fortunate folk simply at the right place at the right time, do they know people on the inside, or are they just plain lucky? Although there’s little doubt that luck plays a role in job search success, there are three main traits that set the winning candidate apart from his or her competition. These include focus, confidence and enthusiasm. And, … [Read more...]
5 Brain Teasers to Test Your Little Gray Cells
Given all of the jokes around "senior moments" (and I've enjoyed my share of these of late), I thought it might be fun to test and tease your little gray cells. After all, we boomers could use some brain training as the years roll by. Here are five riddles that ought to challenge your synapses to fire with stimulation. So take a gander, give them your best, and then scroll down to see the answers. A murderer is condemned to death. He has to choose between three rooms. The first is full of raging … [Read more...]
7 Benefits Of CBD For Senior Citizens
As we age, our immune system can weaken and our bodies become prone to various health conditions. To improve these, seniors need to take extra care and precautions. Out of multiple remedies available, Cannabis is one such natural herb that can do wonders to maintain overall health. Several studies show that Cannabidiol or CBD can help cure various conditions without intoxication. But, many seniors are not aware of how Cannabis could be used to improve their overall quality of life. So, here are seven … [Read more...]
Older Job Applicant? Then Mind Your Messages!
There’s no doubt about it—ageism is out there. Older applicants will inevitably run into hidden objections regarding their energy level, their ability and willingness to do the job, their desire (or lack of it) to learn new skills and other unfortunate prejudgments based solely upon age. Therefore, as a job-seeker past 50, you’ll want to do all you can to dispel any negative thoughts your interviewer may be holding against you. You can bet these unfortunate preconceptions will not be voiced—but they may … [Read more...]
Death is But a Dream: Dr. Christopher Kerr
As long as there have been rational humans walking the earth, mankind’s greatest mystery has remained the same: what happens when we die? Moreover, as boomers, we know that one of the realities of age is the increasing awareness that life doesn’t go on forever. Whether it’s the loss of loved ones or the recognition of our own mortality, death becomes an ever-greater presence in our lives. Therefore, it is with great appreciation that I host our guest on … [Read more...]
Why Hemp Seed Oil Is The Best Anti-Aging Solution
The only problem that troubles us more than aging is our skin falling prey to it. Age signs are the biggest insecurity we all fear. And with the change in lifestyle and extreme environmental parameters, it is almost impossible to escape the clutches of losing the youthful glow of our skin. The market has come up with a range of products such as antioxidant masks, oxygen facials, botox injections, and more to curb these signs. But, most of these solutions have low or no effect on reversing the signs of … [Read more...]
6 Excellent Caregiving Tips for Grandparents Helping Raise Their Grandkids
As more parents join the workforce to ensure higher income, more and more grandparents are becoming actively engaged in grandchild-rearing. Grandmothers and grandfathers around the world are stepping up to the plate in order to provide childcare, and although it is not an easy task, it sure can be rewarding. Here, six caregiving tips for grandparents helping raise their grandkids. Childproof your home Safety comes first, which is why you want to ensure your home is childproofed. Start by inspecting the … [Read more...]
Immortality, Inc., An Interview With Chip Walter
We boomers have to admit that our flower power is now getting a wee bit long of tooth. The metaphor may be mixed but the message is the same—we are growing older. But, true to our revolutionary spirit, a number of our generation’s scientists are on an active quest to achieve immortality. And, according to our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, they just might pull it off! Chip Walter is a science author, filmmaker, and former CNN bureau chief whose books include Last Ape Standing and Thumbs, Toes, and … [Read more...]
A Power-Packed Phrase That Will Jumpstart Your Job Search
Mature jobseekers are well aware of the fact that they face a number of unflattering stereotypes due to their age alone. However, by keeping one simple phrase in mind, you absolutely can overcome a number of negative preconceptions younger employers may be holding against you. In fact, you’ll be able to jumpstart your job search and market yourself, your skills and experience from a position of strength. This power-packed phrase is: Ongoing Professional Development. Here are three ways you’ll want to … [Read more...]
Top Cosmetic Treatments for Aging Skin
As we age, our skin inevitably changes, which often results in wrinkles, fine lines, and loss of volume, all of which can contribute to saggy, lifeless skin. So, if you’re in your 50s and you’ve started to experience any of these, you’re definitely at the right place! Here are the top four cosmetic treatments for aging skin, so check them out and pick one to try out! Cosmetic treatment #1: Botox As you probably already know, Botulinum Toxin, also known as Botox, is one of the most popular non-invasive … [Read more...]