In the first study of its kind, using sophisticated methods to measure body composition, the nationally known commercial weight loss program, Weight Watchers, was compared to gym membership programs to find out which method wins in the game of good health. »more»

There is one part of the DVD store where the youthful faces lose out to women in their 40s. You won't find perky 20-somethings as they cannot compete with mature women who have given birth and raised families. Where is this parallel universe that seems to go against everything we know about marketing? It's the exercise DVD section. »more»

As we age, our skin naturally becomes more dry and the hormonal changes that accompany aging can accentuate this. Mature skin loses elasticity, can become rough and wrinkled and can take on a dull appearance. »more»

The Cleveland Clinic has released a new book covering the health issues women face at midlife.

"Women's Health: Your Body, Your Hormones, Your Choices" is said to provide "a wealth of information on how women can improve their vitality, longevity, and quality of life." »more»

Linda Franklin of Boomers Making a Difference will soon be on Fox's Good Day New York talking about "cougars"--referring to women and not large felines. (If you are still confused then check out "Cougar: A Guide for Older Women Dating Younger Men," linked here). »more»

When people hear the words "anti-aging," they tend to think of face creams or lasers or even plastic surgery, but there are a myriad of other aspects of "Aging Backwards." Exercise is quite possibly one of the most disliked -- but it doesn't have to be! »more»

Summers can be hot and sticky, with humidity making every day a bad hair day. Frizzy hair can be frustrating and make us feel unattractive, but there are ways to combat the fuzzy frizz. »more»

Yes, it's officially summertime now and time again to dig through your drawers and get reacquainted with your bathing suit. »more»

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Hundreds of thousands of families will soon see their youngest child off to college, and that means an outbreak of despondent mothers and fathers suffering from empty nest syndrome.

Or does it? »more»