So it was in the mid-90’s when my mom asked me if she should get a facelift. I remember telling her that I would support her but I was hoping that when my day came there would be a pill. Well that day is here. I am now exactly my mom’s age when she asked me that question. Of course we have lots more choices in how to achieve a more youthful appearance today. Everything from … [Read more...]
An Apple a Day Keeps Aging at Bay
A couple of weeks ago in an anti-aging hacks article I mentioned how apples, apple juice, apple peel and apple pectin can suppress and even prevent some cancers. I also said that I had just touched the surface on the research and that apples deserved their own article. I was that impressed. So here I am back on the apple kick. I feel the research is so important that I … [Read more...]
Anti-Aging Hacks
Here are your anti-aging hacks: Korean red ginseng, known to boost energy and often found in energy drinks, has recently been studied for improving facial wrinkles. In a 24-week study, collagen increased in participants that took three grams a day. Korean red ginseng also improved blood circulation when taking 1500 mgs for at least eight weeks - increasing blood flow a … [Read more...]
10 Hacks to Keep Colds and Flu at Bay!
The CDC (Center for Disease Control) has called this year’s flu season an epidemic. The reason is because the strain H3N2 is prevalent. When H3 viruses are predominant there are more serious cases of the flu. But what’s making it even worse is that there are also cases of H1N1. But really, they're all just silly numbers to me. More importantly, what can you do? So today … [Read more...]
The Hand Scrub
A few years ago I decided to take up golf. But I tell everyone I just own clubs :). I've always noticed most of the golf courses have beautiful locker rooms. I like to linger there and peek around and look at the woodwork, the lounge area and decor. They’re all so unique. Recently one of the locker rooms I was in had a sea-salt hand scrub by the sink. I thought -- what a gr … [Read more...]