Not all of us see beauty when confronted with aging bodies. But there’s little doubt that the photos of Anastasia Pottinger portray haunting and beautiful images of those who have reached the age of 100. In her new book of photos, 100: What Time Creates, you’ll find glorious and intimate…

Chances are if you’re over 65, you’re likely dealing with hypertension or high blood pressure. Statistics are that up to 80% of people over 65 have measurable high blood pressure. Aging can definitely contribute to hypertension, so keeping track of where you stand is important. For a broad overview of…

Voltaire once said, “The most important decision you make is to be in a good mood.” And while we all know there are things to make us feel down as we get older, the reality is that “looking on the bright side” has its benefits – for health and longevity….

It’s safe to say that most of us want to continue to live in our own homes as we head into retirement and beyond. In fact, with the advent of “app” based services, where virtually anything can be delivered to your home with a few clicks, it seems like the home…

There’s no denying it- the numbers are just too stark. Americans are not getting any taller, but we’re definitely getting heavier, and this has serious implications for our health, especially as we get older. In 1976 approximately 15% of Americans were categorized as obese– that figure is now close to…

For those of you approaching retirement, or comfortably settled into it, you’re likely eager to explore new horizons or pursue personal fulfillment. In fact, one recent survey found that 57% of Americans want to travel abroad when they retire, while 12% plan to live abroad. If you plan to vacation…