Michel de Montaigne, a famous French Philosopher, said, “Old age puts more wrinkles in our minds than on our faces.” I don’t know about ol’ Mike, but my face is getting more wrinkled as I get older. I guess what the French fellow is trying to say is that a lot of aging is in…

It’s simple, but it’s true. Sleeping better will help you live longer. There have been more than 20 large scale scientific studies, following millions of people over decades. And they all report the same clear results. The shorter you sleep, the shorter you live. And the reasons why you live shorter are clear. Insufficient sleep…

Growing up in Upstate New York, I learned early that winter sucks. There were times when I was a kid when I would open the door, and the snow was higher than me. Driving is also a pain. I would slide off the road and get stuck in a snow bank at least 3 or…

You love the way you look. But lately your skin has appeared blotchy. You feel energetic after your first cup of coffee in the morning. But by mid-morning, you feel that energy slipping away. You eat healthy in the morning. But you grab some candy or a donut, followed by a sugar rush and crash…

Heart disease is a silent killer. Every year in the United States, 1 in 4 people who die each year die from heart disease. In fact, the US, heart disease is the number one killer. For both men and women. But there are certain things that can make it even it worse. Do you have…

I think everybody agrees that working out is good for you. Not just for young people. But as you get older, exercise can help protect you from many of the bad things that happen as you age. This includes muscle aches, back pain, and even dementia. Muscle is the key. Muscle helps us burn calories,…

Ponce de Leon set off in Florida, looking for the fountain of youth. Too bad for him, it was sitting in his gym next door. The evidence is pretty clear. The closest thing we have to a fountain of youth is exercise. Exercise has been shown to help with stiff joints, sore backs, and even…

Most household cleaners are toxic. These commercial cleaners emit toxic chemicals. Many of these toxic chemicals have been scientifically tied to numerous health problems. These health problems include headaches, respiratory difficulties, organ damage and even cancer. As bad as these chemicals are, the worst part is that they are totally unnecessary. You can get a…

No, it is not a communicable disease. Nor is it my “eccentric” buddy from college, with a taste for the JAVA!!!! That would be Ziggs. Sticking with our Scandinavian theme, Hygge is a Danish word that translates loosely to “coziness.” And it is supposed to be associated with relaxation, indulgence, and gratitude. Think warm socks,…

Yes, it actually is a thing. When I first heard the term, I thought it meant cleaning up after Vikings after they just pillaged a village. But, instead, it is the idea that Swedes get rid of all of their junk and clutter before they die. The idea is to get ride of all the…