Health & Wellness

Taking care of your health after 50 can look a little different — and that’s okay. Whether you’re easing into new routines, managing changes, or just want to feel a bit more energized day to day, this space offers practical tips for staying well in body and mind. Think simple nutrition, gentle movement, better sleep, and honest conversations about aging — no pressure, just possibilities.

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STIs After 50: What Every Woman Needs to Know About the Hidden Health Risk

The truth is, you have every right to enjoy a full, vibrant sex life after 50. In fact, many... - By Julie W...

What Is Nocturia? And Why It’s More Than Just a Bladder Issue

You’re not imagining it. Nocturia may seem like a minor annoyance, but if it’s stealing... - By Julie W...

After 50, Everything Changes—Here’s How to Feel Good Through All of It

Somewhere between hot flashes and joint aches, I started asking a different question... - By Susanne A...

What Actually Works for Hair Thinning After 50? A No-Nonsense Guide

What Actually Works for Hair Thinning After 50? A No-Nonsense Guide... - By Julie W...

Hair Thinning and Feeling Unseen: The Emotional Weight Women Carry Quietly

Some changes happen so slowly, we don’t even notice them—until one day, we do... - By Kate...

Gut Health Foods Women Over 50 Should Eat Weekly

Gut health isn’t just about digestion. Research shows that what happens in your gut... - By Julie W...

12 Harsh Truths About Aging We Don’t Talk About (And How to Cope)

Have you ever felt like aging snuck up overnight? One day you’re lifting grocery... - By Kate...

Foods to Avoid Before Bed: A 50+ Guide to Better Rest

If you’re in your 50s or beyond and struggle to sleep, what you eat - or drink - before bed... - By Julie W...

Burn More Fat from Every Walk: 9 Science-Backed Walking Hacks That Work After 50

Once we pass 50, our metabolism doesn’t exactly race ahead. But walking? That’s still... - By Julie W...

Stress Reduction Tips for Women Over 50: Calming Practices for Everyday Life

Stress doesn’t disappear as we get older. If anything, it often shows up in new forms... - By Kate...

Blood Sugar & Late-Night Snacks: What 50+ Adults Need to Know

As we get older, how and when we eat starts to matter more—especially when it... - By Julie W...

Anxiety Self-Care for Women Over 50: Gentle Ways to Calm Your Mind

Anxiety doesn’t disappear with age. In fact, many women over 50 experience... - By Julie W...

5 Hidden Everyday Toxins Women Over 50 Should Know About (And Easy Ways to Avoid Them)

As we age, our bodies become more sensitive to environmental toxins. Some... - By Julie W...

Mindset Shifts for Embracing Life After 50: How to Thrive in Your Next Chapter

There is something quietly powerful about crossing the threshold into your fifties. It isn't... - By Kate...

Managing Hormonal Changes After 50 (Without Losing Your Mind)

Hot flashes, mood swings, mysterious weight gain, and suddenly... - By Julie W...

Sleep After 50: Why It Gets Harder (and What You Can Do About It)

If you’re over 50 and find yourself waking up at 3 a.m. for no reason—or you’re tired... - By Julie W...

Best Bedtime Snacks for Sleep After 50 (Science-Backed!)

If you’re over 50 and finding it harder to get a good night’s sleep, you’re not alone... - By Julie W...

Stretch Marks, Stiff Joints, and a Whole Lotta Grace: Making Peace with My Changing Body

Let me just say this upfront: I didn’t wake up one morning, look in the mirror and say... - By Susanne A...