How Genetics Affect Your Health Have you ever wondered why some health conditions seem to run in families? The answer lies in genetics. The genes you inherit from your parents don’t just determine traits like eye colour or hair texture, they also play a significant role in your overall health. For those over 50, understanding..Read More
Healthy Life Choices Recently we discussed tests and vaccines for proactive health and having a check-up with your GP, see here. This isn’t the only way to take charge of your health. Making healthy life choices is also very important. These choices can help to minimise your risk to some diseases such as heart disease,..Read More
Regular Health checks Having regular health checks with your GP is a good idea, even if you are currently feeling fit and healthy. Regular health checks and screening tests can help you to stay healthy by finding any health problems in the early stages, before they develop into more serious chronic conditions and it can..Read More
New Year, Renewed You As the clock strikes midnight on 31st December, a new year dawns, filled with endless possibilities and opportunities. This is also a perfect time to reflect and set intentions for a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Here are some positive changes you can make this new year. ..Read More
Home Organisation Tips for the New Year The start of a new year is the perfect time to declutter and reorganise your living spaces. For those of us in our golden years, a well-organised home not only creates a more pleasant environment but also enhances safety and accessibility. Here we discuss some practical home..Read More
Inactivity – The Silent Killer? In our busy lives, it’s easy to overlook the importance of regular physical activity. For many, especially those over 50, daily life has become increasingly sedentary. While this might seem harmless, the reality is that inactivity could be slowly impacting your health in profound ways. Here we explore why..Read More
Stopping bad habits Everyone has habits and many can be very useful in our day to day lives. However, most of us have a few habits we consider to be bad and would like to change. A bad habit might be anything from smoking or drinking too much, to spending too much time on your..Read More
Travel Keeps You Young! Age is just a number and, for those of us over 50, there’s a secret to staying young at heart—travel! Whether it’s exploring new cultures or revisiting favourite destinations, the benefits of travelling extend beyond simply seeing new sights. Here’s why packing your bags and heading off on an adventure..Read More
Elva is off on another adventure! We have some fantastic news – Our “Chief Travel Ambassador” Elva is off on another Antarctic adventure! Now at 89 years of age, Elva heads off later this month on yet another cruising adventure, where she hopes to see some amazing wildlife, incredible icebergs, and the ever-changing Antarctic coastline…Read More
Christmas savings tips Christmas can be a great time of year, celebrations with family and friends, gift giving, big feasts, and maybe even a Christmas trip. However, it can all add up and can be tough on the finances or even leave you with a hefty credit card bill in the new year. We..Read More
