Sex is a basic human need. It’s right up there with eating and drinking. And it’s a human need that does not diminish with age. In fact, about one third of couples over age 50 report having sex at least once a week. Why is this a good thing? Sex doesn’t just feel...
What makes people happy and healthy? Back in 1938, researchers at Harvard sought to answer that exact question. They started by surveying health records from 724 people, and then they continued to survey those same health records every two years thereafter. Among...
Menopause causes significant changes in a woman’s body, with some of the biggest changes occurring within the brain. This is particularly the case where estrogen is concerned. Women’s bodies work best in an estrogen-rich environment. The brain is no exception. In...
Dietary oils provide your body with fats that are important for good health. They also provide energy for your body. However, not all oils have the same benefits…even among the oils considered to be good or healthy. And some oils that were previously thought to be...
You do what you can to stay healthy during the winter and early spring months. You get plenty of rest. Wash your hands constantly. Even take your vitamin C. Despite all that, you may come down with the flu. Or a cold. Either way, you’re looking at up to a week of...
Did you make any New Year’s resolutions for this year? If you’re like most people, you did…but you may not make good on most or all of them. And that’s ok. Everyone likes to dream big, but following through can be hard. Especially once you get thrown from “holiday...
