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Submitted by jackie on December 9, 2008 - 4:54pm.
It's been said that beauty comes from within, but it can't hurt to beautify the outside as well, especially when making a first impression. Whether it's your office holiday party or an invitation from someone special, we want to look and feel our best and it doesn't have to take all day. In fact, the expression, "Less is more," really comes into play here. »more»
Submitted by jackie on November 25, 2008 - 10:49am.
"The hardest arithmetic to master is that which enables us to count our blessings." -- Eric Hoffer »more»
Submitted by jackie on November 11, 2008 - 10:52pm.
Just when we thought it was safe to go into the wine cellar, a study by British researchers has found that many red and white wines produced in Europe have dangerous levels of toxic metals in them. »more»
Submitted by jackie on October 29, 2008 - 11:04am.
Your whole day can go a lot smoother with a good start. I like to begin my day with The Five Tibetan Rites to help keep me Aging Backwards. I asked some other people all around the country what they do to start their day off right and here's what they had to say: »more»
Submitted by jackie on October 21, 2008 - 10:26am.
Dressing up for Halloween can be fun and exciting, especially if you have a special party to attend. I've been invited to a friend's annual party and I'll be dressing up as a Cave Woman. Whatever your plans entail, here are some Aging Backwards tips for enjoying the holiday: »more»
Submitted by jackie on October 14, 2008 - 11:04pm.
by Jackie Silver with Tracey Tarrant
Tell your "regular" green tea to move over and make room for the King of green teas - Matcha. »more»
Submitted by jackie on October 1, 2008 - 9:52am.
It's all over the news - there's so much caffeine in some energy drinks that they can actually be dangerous to your health. »more»
Submitted by jackie on September 23, 2008 - 10:54am.
There are now more than 36,000 centenarians, or people 100 years or older, in Japan - a record number and more than 4,000 than last year's figure, according to the Health and Welfare Ministry. Japan has one of the longest life expectancies. The UN projects there will be nearly one million people over 100 years old in Japan by 2050, with women making up the majority. »more»
Submitted by jackie on September 9, 2008 - 10:09am.
Back when I was young, we were taught to be very coy with members of the opposite sex - you never, ever told a boy/man you "liked them." New research reveals that telling someone "I really like you," could make him or her find you more attractive. According to Aberdeen University psychologist Dr. Ben Jones, making eye contact and smiling has a similar effect. »more»
Submitted by jackie on September 2, 2008 - 11:55am.
Someone said to me recently, "Look at you, you just sit around and have beauty treatments all day long, don't you?" Actually, nothing could be further from the truth. It doesn't take "having beauty treatments all day long" to keep Aging Backwards. That's the "beauty" of what I do. »more»
Submitted by jackie on August 19, 2008 - 1:58pm.
Being a Florida native, I've been through hurricanes for almost 50 years, ranging from category one storms to category fives. I can tell you from experience that the fives are storms to take very seriously, but the ones are usually nothing more than a powerful rain shower. What does all this have to do with Aging Backwards? »more»
Submitted by jackie on August 12, 2008 - 1:57pm.
Scientists at the University of Michigan have discovered that people who get a "buzz" the first time they smoke a cigarette have a certain gene variant that is lacking in people who cough, choke and get nauseated from that initial smoke. The people with this gene are most likely to become regular smokers, according to the journal Addiction. »more»
Submitted by jackie on August 5, 2008 - 6:51pm.
What do you get when you grind up old tires? How about mascara? A company out of Canada, NewTire Industries, produces a fine powder product out of old tire treads and that powder is used in mascara. »more»
Submitted by jackie on July 29, 2008 - 11:16am.
Sometimes, taking just a few minutes during the day for a quick pick-me-up can re-energize and rejuvenate you. Studies show that chronic stress not only ages your prematurely, but it also contributes to many health problems, including headache, chest pain, backache, stomach upset, sleep problems, weight gain or loss, high blood pressure, fatigue and more. »more»
Submitted by jackie on July 23, 2008 - 9:36pm.
New York City is number one again - this time they're the first city in the U.S. to require major fast food restaurants to post the calorie content of all their menu items. The chains have had nutrition facts available for a long time, but now the calories are actually posted - prominently - as of last Friday. »more»
Submitted by jackie on July 8, 2008 - 11:47am.
People take all kinds of measures to lower their blood pressure, because elevated blood pressure is associated with heart attack,
stroke, heart failure, kidney disease and even blindness, according to the American Heart Association. The association makes recommendations for controlling blood pressure, such as limiting salt intake, staying at your ideal weight, staying physically active, having your blood pressure checked regularly and seeing your doctor. But did you know there's a little vegetable that can make a big difference in your quest for optimal blood pressure? It's the red beet or beetroot, as the British call it. »more»
Submitted by jackie on July 1, 2008 - 3:28pm.
As we age, certain obvious changes take place that we're all aware of - wrinkles form, hair turns grey, teeth can discolor, we buy reading glasses and maybe we even gain a few pounds. One change that may not be as obvious is gradual hearing loss. »more»
Submitted by jackie on June 24, 2008 - 12:26pm.
Well, it's official - summer is here. With most areas of the country bathed in heat, this is a good time to lighten up on meals, since heavy food doesn't go down as well in summer as it does in winter. »more»
Submitted by jackie on June 17, 2008 - 3:10pm.
Sometimes the simplest things can bring beauty and enjoyment to your life. Take the lemon, for example. Lemons are natural refreshers in the hot summer months and there are many ways to take advantage of their native properties. »more»
Submitted by jackie on June 10, 2008 - 9:18am.
Your nose isn't just for breathing - it's the focal point of your face and some people take great pains to change theirs. »more»
Submitted by jackie on June 3, 2008 - 1:37pm.
We just returned from the 17th annual Premiere Orlando Beauty Show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The event, which typically attracts more than 41,000 members of the professional beauty industry, focuses on hair care, nails, skincare and business education. Aging Backwards was there to find the latest, greatest products and innovations for looking and feeling fabulous! »more»
Submitted by jackie on May 27, 2008 - 10:38am.
When you think of cosmetic surgery, feet aren't usually the first things to come to mind, but more and more people are opting for surgery to make their feet prettier. »more»
Submitted by jackie on May 20, 2008 - 1:25pm.
In Wesley's LifeTwo.com article posted recently on chronic pain, he talked about a new report published in the British Journal, The Lancet, which found that more than a quarter of Americans suffer daily pain. Here are some tips to help avoid that pain and to combat it when it does occur. »more»
Submitted by jackie on May 13, 2008 - 3:10pm.
Wearing a wig is a fast and fun way to change your look for the evening or anytime you want. You don't have to be suffering hair loss to wear a wig. Wearing a wig can be a quick and beautiful way to be "fashion-ready" when you don't have time to wash, dry and style your hair. They can also be just plain fun and allow you the freedom to "be someone else" temporarily. »more»
Submitted by jackie on May 6, 2008 - 11:28am.
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