Remember when growing older translated to becoming Granny Clampett? Baby Boomers have sure flipped that stereotype. They’re active, image-conscious and more than willing to invest in their health and appearance.

Self-care is all about shoring up resources, both physical and mental, to stay resilient during difficult or stressful life events. Self-care helps us be strong and flexible, no matter what life is hurling in our direction. During prolonged periods of…

As the birthdays pile up, our bodies change, from our cellular integrity, endurance ability (measured by VO₂ Max) and protein metabolism to our endocrine system and more. While genetics play a key role in many aspects of our physiological fate,…

While many rely on restaurants, vacations, spas and other service-based activities for rest and relaxation, practicing social-distancing and sheltering in place could illuminate just how important a home wellness routine is as well. If you’re looking…

WANT TO LIVE LONGER? HERE’S WHAT EXPERTS SAY YOU NEED TO DO

Genetics matter, but lifestyle is a larger influence on longevity. These healthy habits—including some out-of-the-box ideas (e.g., steam showers)—may just help you add more quality years to…

Economists and personal-finance gurus are always keen to remind us that there is a difference between wants and needs. Needs, of course, are things like food, shelter, and transportation. Wants, on the other hand, make our existence way more…

“Is this bathroom remodel EVER going to end?” “How much more is that addition going to cost us?” “I can’t stand the dirt and all those plastic covers anymore!”

Writer Victor Hugo famously said, “People do not lack strength; they lack will.” With all due respect to the French literary giant, he’s wrong. Because modern research has shown, people don’t fail because they are weak or lack willpower. It’s because…

THE DETOXING MAGIC OF STEAM THERAPY

In a world awash in toxins, pollutants, and hazardous chemicals, steam showers may just help cleanse your system of some of these impurities.  

Some poor souls have to drive to the gym to get their steam-shower fix. Others have to visit a day spa to enjoy a restorative steam session, and still others have to count down the days until their next hotel vacation. But if you’ve invested in an…

Doesn’t it seem like everyone is talking about their bathroom remodel? It’s such a popular home makeover that on any given year, about 13 percent of American households are remodeling their bathrooms, according to data from the National Kitchen and…