You may have noticed that cannabidiol (CBD) seems to be available almost everywhere, and marketed as a variety of products including drugs, food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, pet food, and other animal health products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes the significant public interest in cannabis and cannabis-derived compounds, particularly CBD. However, there are… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Products Containing Cannabis or Cannabis-derived Compounds, Including CBD
Author: Sondra Forsyth
Sondra Forsyth is Co-Editor-in-Chief of ThirdAge.com. She is a National Magazine Award winner with scores of major magazine bylines and twelve books to her credit. Her most recent book is “Candida Cleanse: The 21-Day Diet to Beat Yeast and Feel Your Best”. Sondra was Executive Editor at “Ladies’ Home Journal,” Features Editor at “Cosmopolitan,” and Articles Editor at “Bride’s”. A former ballerina, she founded Ballet Ambassadors, an arts-in-education company in New York City, and served as Artistic Director for 16 years.
Are You Making These Common Mistakes After a Bad Sunburn?
Unless you have been living under a rock, you know the importance of SPF and re-applying it. There are times when, despite your best efforts, you still manage to get burned. Perhaps you were careless, and after too many margaritas forgot to re-apply your sunblock. Now, you are literally burned by your day of fun in… Continue reading Are You Making These Common Mistakes After a Bad Sunburn?
What You Need to Know About Harmless Skin Growths
Skin cancer awareness is essential, but there are common benign skin growths that people may be less aware of and which can have an impact on their quality of life. Beyond moles and warts, many of us will experience a range of other growths, including corns, skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, and the bumps associated with… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Harmless Skin Growths
Enhancing the Quality of Life for Patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is the umbrella term for a group of genetic disorders that cause muscle weakness. (For a full explanation of SMA, see this thirdAGE article.) Although some types of SMA can be fatal, people with other types of SMA typically live at least until into childhood and may even have normal life expectancies.… Continue reading Enhancing the Quality of Life for Patients with Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Growing Blueberries in Honor of National Blueberry Month
It’s time to celebrate. July is National blueberry month so enjoy some of these nutritious berries and consider growing a few plants in your landscape. Don’t let a lack of space or poor soil stop you from growing blueberries. Simply plant a few blueberries in containers and enjoy their spring blooms, fall color and tasty… Continue reading Growing Blueberries in Honor of National Blueberry Month
What You Need to Know About Probiotics
Probiotics are not only live microorganisms found in supplements and some fermented foods such as yogurt and pickles, but they have also been found to have a variety of health benefits. These benefits include vitamin K and B production, the breakdown of insoluble (indigestible) fiber, immune system support, the improvement of mental health, improvement of… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Probiotics
10 Ways to End Bad Habits During Times of Stress
Although some degree of stress in our lives is normal and it challenges us to do more to reach our goals, we may develop negative behaviors as a way to cope, such as consuming too much caffeine, overeating, smoking, drinking alcohol to excess, or becoming shopaholics. More than willpower is required to change negative habits. … Continue reading 10 Ways to End Bad Habits During Times of Stress
Flower Care Maintenance Keeps Gardens Looking Their Best All Summer Long
A bit of grooming and care will keep your flower gardens looking their best throughout the hot summer months and into fall. Remove the flower stems of salvias, veronicas and similar flowers as the blooms begin to fade. Use a pruner or sharp garden scissors and cut just above the first set of leaves or… Continue reading Flower Care Maintenance Keeps Gardens Looking Their Best All Summer Long
An Important Message for People Trying to Manage Their Blood Sugar Levels
Prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes are common but very serious conditions. Poor blood glucose management is associated with an elevated risk of heart disease as well as Alzheimer’s disease. This association is so strong that I use the term “pre-Alzheimer’s” to describe prediabetes when talking with patient. All medical practices, including mine, now see a… Continue reading An Important Message for People Trying to Manage Their Blood Sugar Levels
Lacking Self-Discipline? 5 Ways to Develop It and Reach Your Goals
Americans are known to overeat, abuse credit cards, marinate for hours in social media, and break New Year’s resolutions before the end of January. Self-discipline doesn’t seem to be a national strength. And achieving self-discipline – and the success that can come with it – may never have been harder than it is in this… Continue reading Lacking Self-Discipline? 5 Ways to Develop It and Reach Your Goals
How to Take Care of Your Digestive Health
Usually, we don’t pay much attention to our intestinal health until we experience some discomfort that requires a visit to the doctor or a prescription. Since we often focus only on weight and fat loss, we overlook other key factors that are important for our well-being. Several studies have shown that one-third of the world’s… Continue reading How to Take Care of Your Digestive Health
Are You So Focused on Retirement That You Are Missing Out on Your Life?
Mary and Pete saved every penny for retirement. They never went on vacations, they rarely went out to eat, and they lived a frugal lifestyle secure in the knowledge that when they retired, they would be able to live comfortably. In short, they worried so much about retirement that they forgot to experience all that… Continue reading Are You So Focused on Retirement That You Are Missing Out on Your Life?
Prevent Tick-Borne Diseases While Enjoying the Outdoors
You’ve grabbed your water bottle, sunscreen and hat for a hike in the park or some gardening. Add a bit of tick protection to your must-have items when you head out the door for an adventure, to garden or play. Continue enjoying the outdoors by enlisting a variety of strategies to limit your risk of… Continue reading Prevent Tick-Borne Diseases While Enjoying the Outdoors
Cool, Refreshing, and Straight from the Garden – Mint
Add a bit of cool flavor to your beverages and meals this summer with homegrown mint. Try using peppermint leaves in fruit cocktails and ice cream. Add spearmint to your tea or use the leaves to season lamb and jelly. Or try chocolate mint for a unique sweet and refreshing flavor in desserts and drinks.… Continue reading Cool, Refreshing, and Straight from the Garden – Mint
The Maze of Vision Loss and Depression in Older Adults
The association between vision loss and depression is a complex conundrum, as I wrote in a commentary on the challenges of vision loss and depression in older adults, published May 30th, 2019 in JAMA Ophthalmology. The commentary is a response to a study by Sarah E. Jackson, PhD, University College London and co-authors, published in the… Continue reading The Maze of Vision Loss and Depression in Older Adults
Should You Ditch the Gym and Work Out at Home Instead?
When it comes to exercise, some people prefer going for a run, others enjoy a spin class, others may prefer a gym while others opt for a workout mat in their living room. I’m going to break down the pros and cons of at home workouts. The key is to create a workout regimen that… Continue reading Should You Ditch the Gym and Work Out at Home Instead?
Take the Hassle out of Daily Watering
Proper watering is key to gardening success, but untangling and dragging heavy hoses across the yard, smashing delicate flowers and young vegetable plants along the way is a common occurrence in many yards. If this describes your escapades when watering garden beds and planters, it may be time to look for some time-saving solutions that… Continue reading Take the Hassle out of Daily Watering
7 Signs of Mental Illness in the Elderly
Most of us know that as we age, our body goes through certain physical changes. What a lot of people don’t realize is that the older we get, our mental health also experiences change. When is it time to really take notice and get professional help?: Changes in appearance: One of the most telling signs that… Continue reading 7 Signs of Mental Illness in the Elderly