Well being

Dry cracked feet can make you feel uncomfortable and unattractive. And it’s not only a problem during the long winter months, dry feet can creep up on you at any time of the year.

A well balanced, nutrient rich diet is the best way to keep yourself looking young. A lot if skin aging is caused by free radicals. They are damaging chemicals from the air we breathe, the food we eat, and our environment in general. Just like free radicals can hurt us, antioxidants can combat free radicals.

Antioxidants like vitamins A, E, and C are found in many fruits and vegetables. Try eating a variety of vegetables along with a diet rich in protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.

We have always heard that the holidays are hard on some people. In fact, the incidence of suicide and depression increase during the holiday season. It could be physiological. Find out more about seasonal affective disorder.

What is it about pets? For one they are loyal and loving. That is why many people take them into their homes in the first place. A pet will show you unconditional love.

Love can be contagious and for those who have lost a loved one or a family member, having a pet around can partially fill that void. Pets become in tune with their owners as they learn to live together.

People are turning back to nature for their health and happiness. What they are finding is that flowers and herbs can be used as powerful healing scents in aromatherapy. When working with essential oils, be sure to handle them safely.

Acupressure is a form of ancient Chinese medicine that is used to heal the body of pain and discomfort. Here is the Western world, many are discovering that this type of holistic healing can work with traditional medicine to deal with ailments without all of the harsh side effects of some treatments.

They have good genes to be sure, but there are other factors that play a role. For those with good genes, even smoking and eating not-so-healthy food can’t deter them from living to a ripe old age. But, this is not the norm.

Here are some tips from those who have made the leap to centenarian. Others are well on their way and you can make it too. Keep reading.

A massage sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? But if no one else is around, how are you going to get the stress relief that you need? Well, you can give yourself the massage instead.

If you’ve ever seen a young person dance then you know it can be hard work. But it is also good exercise and fun to do. For seniors, dancing is not only healthy but also a way to interact with others their own age.

Getting old is not for sissies. It can be tough to find out that one day your joints are stiff and you can’t move as fast as you once did. This can lead to depression, isolation and feelings of loneliness in the older generation.