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It's My Party I'll Cry If I Want To

If you're a baby boomer or older, you certainly remember the song by Leslie Gore, "It's My Party." She said "you would cry too if it happened to you." In the song she was talking about a boyfriend coming to her party with another girl--which would be a reason to cry. But did you know women spend one year and four months of their lives in tears and it's not always because of a man. According to a recent survey researchers found that from birth to the age of 78, a woman will find herself crying fo… Continue

Added by Beverly Mahone on December 1, 2009 at 12:29pm — No Comments

Where are the Fattest Baby Boomers

During my adult life, I have lived in Ohio, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, West Virigina (which I rarely admit) and now, in North Carolina. Based on the latest study of obesity and baby boomers, I should be heading back to New England. Here are the states listed in order of where the fattest baby boomers live. Where does your state rank? (To read the entire report, click here: Report 1. Mississip… Continue

Added by Beverly Mahone on November 2, 2009 at 3:38pm — No Comments

Health Planning is Retirement Planning

I try to keep a regular weekly exercise schedule, running 3-4 miles three times and lifting weights two or three days. I exercise because at fifty-five years old I understand the benefits of being healthy more energy, lower blood pressure, stronger heart, and hopefully the ability to live a long and active life. All the talk and concern about health care costs makes me wonder why we aren’t more pro-active about taking control of our own healthy lifestyle. Watching what we eat, regular exercise,… Continue

Added by Mike Bonacorsi, CFP® on September 15, 2009 at 7:59am — No Comments

One Boomer's Thought On This Health Care Harangue

I think it can all be summed up with one statement, “enough already”. It is about time for all the parties involved to shut their pie holes and stop with the lies and exaggerations. It serves no purpose other than to further polarize the factions and the nation. There comes a point that with all the rancor and distortions, too much damage is done and neither party involved can walk back from the brink. I will take no sides in this childish fight other than to say if you had acted like this as a… Continue

Added by The Boomer and the Babe on August 10, 2009 at 9:45am — No Comments

What Most Worries Women? Getting Fat or…?

This news is sad, yet not surprising. As women, we are more concerned about our weight (56%) and eating right (36%) than we are worried about getting one of three big killers… Continue

Added by Kare Anderson on July 24, 2009 at 12:13pm — 2 Comments

Caring for Our Parents (Book Review)

This is a serious book by an accomplished journalist, writer--Howard Gleckman. 'If you are a Boomer, you should buy this book and put it on the coffee table. You will need it in the future to take care of yourself. The notes section of this book, alone, is worth the purchase price. The 22 pages of notes come in the form of a bibliography that you will be referring to over and over in the years ahead. Caring for Our Parents i… Continue

Added by Bob DeMarco on July 19, 2009 at 5:54pm — No Comments

Boomer Under Attack!

Call the police and get them here quick. My PC is attacking me. It has caused me to have heart surgery (angioplasty) and will soon cost me more as I continue to gain weight and consider bariatric surgery. It is evil as it slowly but surely fattens me up for the kill. It is relen… Continue

Added by Lincoln Builds on July 3, 2009 at 8:30pm — No Comments

If You Are Taking A Calcium Supplement, You Need To Watch This Video

Longevity Now Program is many things. One of them is a 100 day program of products and tools to regain our health and to boost our immunity system, so that we never get sick. That's right, never-get-sick. It's possible, in fact is to be expected. So let's start with that. The philosophy of this product is "Feel the Result, Judge for yourself". Even though this program is a 100 day program, you should feel a big… Continue

Added by Donahue Vanderhider, MSG on June 27, 2009 at 1:49pm — No Comments

A Real Solution to the Health Care Crisis

Americans are worried about Health Care. This is nothing new. For more than a decade politicians have been avoiding this issue. They prefer to side with the health care and insurance industries and preserve the status quo. The status quo in return for massive campaign contributions. You rarely hear politicians discuss a solution to the health care crisis. Instead, they spread fear by telling us we can't afford the cost of a national health care initiative and that it will bankrupt our future.… Continue

Added by Bob DeMarco on June 21, 2009 at 10:20am — No Comments

Assistive Technology, Senior Safety And Aging-in-Place Hidden Risks

Our senior population will rely more and more on mobility aids to Age-in-Place. After an injury or surgery and during rehabilitation assistive devices will play a role in recovery. Some if not many bypass FDA regulations in a gray area as assistive technology (AT) devices. At first glance it seems like it's no big deal because everyone assumes they are harmless. Many in healthcare consider assistive aids harmless with no idea what healthcare issues or secondary issues they create. It's time to t… Continue

Added by Patrece Banks on June 19, 2009 at 2:20pm — 1 Comment

Your Immunity System is Under Attack and Not Only from Stress

Holy cow! I wasn't talking much about this because I didn't think natural foods and healthy diets were as important to others, as they were to me. And even I was not being too good about my diet. Saving grace: I did however, hear about a new program launching called Longevity Now and was a little curious. Wait! I promise this is not a sales pitch...keep reading. Well, it launched yesterday, and I just watched just one shor… Continue

Added by Donahue Vanderhider, MSG on June 16, 2009 at 7:56am — No Comments

Carrots-Rumours-Lies-Truth-Pharma-Distortion-Deflection

There was a warning sent to our group about tiny packaged carrots not being good. The member who got the warning posted it but two days later there was a scopes report that the rumour was false so the member apologized to the group and made things right. An honest error and an honest effort to right it. How i think life should be conducted. Yesterday I got the June 2nd newsletter from Novus Medical Detox Center in Florida. They deal with people who are addicted to prescription drugs. The newsle… Continue

Added by John Board on June 3, 2009 at 10:46am — No Comments

New to the Authority

Just joined and wanted to introduce myself. I am the editor of www.midlifejourney.com, a resource blog for boomers. Hope you visit. My focus is health and fitness for boomers and traveling—especially if it involves golf. Continue

Added by PMullaly on May 23, 2009 at 6:45am — No Comments

Senior Health

I did something for myself today. No, not the usual indulgence of chocolates or flowers. I actually did something important. At first, I was reluctant to discuss it, because it comes under the heading that is traditionally considered unmentionable. Life over 50 gets complicated and sometimes we need to discuss unpleasant things. I had a colonoscopy this morning. The reason I decided to discuss it is that many people don’t have the procedure. I’m lucky I have insurance and quite probably wouldn’… Continue

Added by Cathy on May 21, 2009 at 12:26pm — No Comments

Beauty & Healthy Body From Within

With over ten thousand different dietary supplements on the market, how do you know which one to choose? All of these products promise a slim, trim, body that is free of fat, but not all of them actually fulfill that promise. Instead, most of them fall flat when it comes to trimming away that fat. The best way to choose the dietary supplements that will work for you is to understand how the human body absorbs supplements. Health and beauty products all work the same way once they are ingested.… Continue

Added by Jerzy George on May 19, 2009 at 8:15pm — No Comments

Good Health is how to stay alive. Homeopathy is the best. No side effects, inexpensive, effective

I have used Homeopathy and Bach Flower Remedies for over 20 years on film sets where I am a first AD. I am an experiential healer. My site will give you some background on myself, Homeopathy, Flower remedies and some info on the remedies in my kits. The remedies in the kits are the most used on film sets and great for all ages. Visit my site www.hollywoodsurvivalkit.com Watch my You Tube rap john board I welcome all questions and will share my knowledge and experience with all who want it. Continue

Added by John Board on May 16, 2009 at 4:00pm — No Comments

3 Things You Can Do RIGHT NOW To Improve Your Self-Esteem

(1) Start the day with a smile and some confidence (even if it’s fake!). Then make a promise to communicate with everyone honestly but with kindness, telling people exactly how you feel about things, what you can do for them or not do – do not pull punches or make excuses.. just honest communication and then stick to what you said. You have spoken up for yourself which is a big part of self-respect – and that builds self esteem! (2) Write down a goal or dream of yours on a piece of paper, then… Continue

Added by Audrey Valeriani on May 12, 2009 at 1:53pm — No Comments

Maybe there’s no “I” in team….

My daughter suggested this blog topic to me. As I pass away the hours researching for in my prime, my mind is occasionally apt to take a five minute break. During one of these breaks I designed a small poster which is now pinned on my office wall. My daughter, a doctor working in general practice, on seeing this commented that it would be ideal advice for the many archetypal women in their forties, fifties and sixties who come to see her. These overstressed and overstretched women with… Continue

Added by Richard Ciechan on May 5, 2009 at 1:52am — No Comments

Meditation for All Ages

Meditation For All I struggle every day with finding the time to meditate, as I'm sure many of you do. I do meditate in my bath in the morning, yet I want more. I am currently reading a new book, Emotional Freedom by Judith Orloff, a woman I just adore. Here is what she said about meditation: "Feelings of freedom begin to percolate in us when we calm down. Meditation is the golden standard of calming techniques...meditation quiets your mind and reprograms your biology. She goes on to say to peop… Continue

Added by Judith Geiger on April 14, 2009 at 8:27am — 2 Comments

3 Reasons why blogging boosts the Boomer's brain power

With all new pursuits, our brains extend their neural reach as we strive to understand, to discover, and to get our footing in new territory. Blogging is no different - as a matter of fact, it's superior to many activities when it comes to keeping our brains fit and alert throughout life.

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Added by Suzanna Stinnett on April 12, 2009 at 4:30pm — 1 Comment

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