Category: Living Well

Tips on Treating Congenital Breast Deformities

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Breast development in adolescence and the teen years is an important marker in the transition to adulthood for young women. At an age typified by self-consciousness about body image, coming to terms with anomalies in breast development is particularly difficult. Most congenital breast anomalies are not medically dangerous but can cause emotional distress. Fortunately, these… Continue reading Tips on Treating Congenital Breast Deformities

Treating Excess Skin and Fat Above Your Waist

Love handles. Donut. Muffin top. Spare tire. Saddlebags. Whatever you call the accumulation of fat above or around your waist, it is one of the areas of the body most resistant to slimming strategies and a source of frustration for both men and women. Excess fat around the abdomen and hips is caused – as… Continue reading Treating Excess Skin and Fat Above Your Waist

Has COVID Clouded Your Retirement Picture? 3 Tips to Plan Clearly

Some people planning for retirement may do most of the right things in terms of saving and investing. But they don’t have a crystal ball and cannot foresee exactly how much money they will need in their non-working years – or for how long. That uncertainty – magnified by the financial effects of COVID-19 – is one… Continue reading Has COVID Clouded Your Retirement Picture? 3 Tips to Plan Clearly

Skin Care Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive

Caring for the health of your skin doesn’t have to break the bank, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). “It’s important to realize that products don’t need to be expensive to be effective,” said board-certified dermatologist Sheila Zahra Farhang, MD, FAAD. “A simple, three-step approach that includes cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting your skin… Continue reading Skin Care Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive

Often-Overlooked Way to Fund Your Roth IRA Has Many Advantages

A Roth IRA is a uniquely powerful retirement-savings tool because you won’t pay taxes on the money you withdraw during retirement. Different types of annuities accomplish different things and have distinct pros and cons—like the Swiss army knife of personal finance. Since they’re so varied, one type or another can work well for a Roth… Continue reading Often-Overlooked Way to Fund Your Roth IRA Has Many Advantages

Could You Be Missing Out On Senior Discounts?

People who reach or near their retirement years often need to watch every penny. Sure, some of them are financially fit and don’t lose sleep worrying that their bank accounts and investments will run dry. For many, though, frugality is the watchword as they struggle to make it through each month. Fortunately, aging does come… Continue reading Could You Be Missing Out On Senior Discounts?

Imposter Scams Lead List of Consumer Frauds

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 2.1 million fraud reports from consumers in 2020, according to newly released data, with imposter scams remaining the most common type of fraud reported to the agency. The FTC reported that online shopping was the second-most common fraud category reported by consumers, elevated by a surge of… Continue reading Imposter Scams Lead List of Consumer Frauds

Want Or Need To Retire Early? Tips On How To Pay For It

Delaying retirement has become common for many Americans, either because they saved too little or they just want to continue working because they enjoy it. Others go in the opposite direction. They retire early – sometimes out of choice but often because their health or the economy forces it. While early retirement might sound appealing,… Continue reading Want Or Need To Retire Early? Tips On How To Pay For It

4 Tips for Your Retirement Planning as a New Year Brings New Hope

COVID-19 took a heavy toll on the U.S. economy in 2020, causing millions of job losses and forcing many businesses to close. It also affected lots of retirement plans in the process. A survey by the Pew Research Center found that 36% of Americans who save regularly are saving less because of the pandemic, and… Continue reading 4 Tips for Your Retirement Planning as a New Year Brings New Hope

Stressing Over Your Retirement Plan? 5 Ways To Boost Savings, Reduce Anxiety

Many Americans have long stressed over their finances, and the COVID-19 pandemic has increased that anxiety, a survey shows. Well over 80% said the crisis is causing them stress with their personal finances, according to the National Endowment for Financial Education. One of the top stressors, many studies have shown, is having enough money saved… Continue reading Stressing Over Your Retirement Plan? 5 Ways To Boost Savings, Reduce Anxiety

Ready for Botox? 5 Ways to Make Sure the Procedure Is Done Right

More and more Americans are turning to non-invasive cosmetic procedures to maintain a youthful look. As a result, thousands of med spas across the U.S. offer Botox, filler injections, and other procedures. In fact, it’s such a lucrative business that physicians with training outside of dermatology, like anesthesiologists, radiologists, and even psychiatrists, are getting in… Continue reading Ready for Botox? 5 Ways to Make Sure the Procedure Is Done Right

Creating Holidays with Meaning: Tips to Spend Less, Enjoy More in the COVID Era

Among predictions for the 2020 holiday season, the pandemic is expected to set new records for e-commerce while straining delivery capacity. It also has people re-evaluating what really matters in their lives.   Every crisis presents us with opportunities. The pandemic has resulted in a jump in the savings rate, most of which is in accounts… Continue reading Creating Holidays with Meaning: Tips to Spend Less, Enjoy More in the COVID Era

How to Safely Recycle Your Cell Phone

Before recycling or donating your old cell phone, it’s important you take the proper steps to secure all personal information left on your old device. Here are five easy steps to help ensure your sensitive data doesn’t end up in the wrong hands. Back Up Your Data Depending on how long you had your old… Continue reading How to Safely Recycle Your Cell Phone

“Should I Have My Breast Implants Removed?”

Chrissy Teigen, model, television personality and author, had her breast implants removed in June of 2020, citing that they had served her well but that she no longer wanted them and that she wanted her breasts to reflect her true dress size. Over the last several years, plastic and reconstructive surgeons have received calls from… Continue reading “Should I Have My Breast Implants Removed?”

Aging & Financial Fragility: How Seniors Can Use Their Experience to Survive & Thrive Through Giving

“Good judgement comes from experience…unfortunately experience comes through bad judgement.” These  words of wisdom came from my father, a depression era baby who was very pragmatic. He constantly tried to guide me to protect myself in what he called a “dog-eat-dog” jungle out there. Certainly, seniors need to be very aware and cautious of “get… Continue reading Aging & Financial Fragility: How Seniors Can Use Their Experience to Survive & Thrive Through Giving

Plastic Surgery In a Pandemic World: Safety Protocols Your Doctor Should Use

People still want to look their best – even when few are looking at them. As the pandemic continues and social distancing remains an important public safety measure, cosmetic surgery is resuming across the country. The elective medical procedure was prohibited in most states throughout the peak months of the pandemic, but the phasing in… Continue reading Plastic Surgery In a Pandemic World: Safety Protocols Your Doctor Should Use

Spirituality Eases Depression for Some Stroke Patients

Having a higher level of spirituality helps lessen depression in stroke survivors and their caregivers and boosts their quality of life, according to new research. The study included data from 223 caregiver-stroke survivor pairs in Italy who completed questionnaires measuring spirituality, depression and quality of life between 2016 and 2018. Survivors who scored above average… Continue reading Spirituality Eases Depression for Some Stroke Patients