his week’s guest, Nathan Price, has just co-authored a newly published book from Harvard Press called The Age of Scientific Wellness: Why the Future of Medicine is Personalized, Predictive, Data-Rich, and in Your Hands. Nathan is the Chief Scientific Officer of Thorne HealthTech and has a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of California, San Diego. He has a number of other degrees as well which you can learn about by listening to the podcast. 

We talk about Scientific Wellness, some of the new health information available, new developments in Alzheimers and aging, and his varied path from UC San Diego to his present position at Thorne. Thorne itself has pivoted to focus primarily on healthy aging and how do we do that. That includes working with health care practitioners & doctors and online direct to customers, both of which gets their information and products faster and more easily into the hands of the people who need it. 

It was so interesting and there was so much valuable information about new things in the pipeline that will make it easier and faster for all of us to get test results and advice. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the show as much as I did. You can go to Thorne’s website, thorne.com, to learn more about what they’re doing and how you can access new developments and supplements in the field of aging.

Longer Purpose-Driven Life

• What it is: study authors defined it as having an aim in life and goals.
• Study shows lower risk of death from specific causes:
  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Blood conditions
  • Overall 
  • Digestive conditions
• This was an "observational" study so association was not "proven".
• The study authors cited 3 pathways that life purpose mainly works through.
• Volunteering is cited as one way to develop a more purpose-driven life.

For more podcasts go to the website - HealthyTipsAfter50.com

Discover why a simple thing you do every day can change your health and why your mother was wrong about it although she didn't know it. You may be getting sick because you've been washing your hands the wrong way your whole life. I'll tell you about the small change that will make all of the difference and the billion dollar industry that is making money because of it.

How Good is Your Balance?

As we age our bodies get weaker and then our balance starts to get worse as well. Once that happens we have a tendency to take a fall. Falling is one of the main reasons that older (over 65) people end up in the emergency room and the hospital and that every 19 minutes an “older adult” in the U.S. dies from a fall. Scary isn’t it?

This is also a huge financial burden on the U.S. Medicare system. It can also become a vicious cycle once people start taking falls - they get weaker and go down again. We all need to stop this cycle before we get caught in it.

The podcast covers most of the many physical issues that can negatively affect our balance. There are diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, inner ear issues from calcium crystals moving around, medications that lower your blood pressure too much or just naturally having low blood pressure. It can even be something as simple as getting a new pair of bi-focal glasses.

The important thing is to be aware of these issues and to always ask your doctor if your medications can affect your balance or interact with some other medication you already take. Then it’s important to keep up your fitness by doing things like yoga or tai chi and to also do strength exercises that are specifically designed to improve your balance. I go through 2 different balance exercises in detail at the end of the podcast so you don’t have any excuse to not start improving your balance now.

As always, leave me a comment here or on my website and let me know if you have any other exercises you like to do to “stay in balance”…

Health & Wellness Coach Cheryl Borchardt

My guest this week, Cheryl Borchardt, is a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. She helps individuals calm bothersome symptoms associated with chronic disease and autoimmune conditions by helping them get their lifestyle and gut healthy.

We talk about how her own personal journey to good health led her to become a health coach working with integrative and functional medicine physicians. Her specialty areas are dealing with chronic health and autoimmune conditions.

Our discussion covers a lot of different issues that Cheryl has dealt with personally and with her clients. Food issues, meal making, and challenge diets; motivation that comes from a couple of little wins in feeling better; working with patients and their doctors to modify or stop medications.

And of course, we talked about Covid and how it has changed some of the things she’s helping people with. We talk as well about how it hasn’t particularly affected her practice as she was already all online before Covid hit.

Cheryl also talks about helping people who are over 40 and over 60 and the impact that self-care improvements can make in their lives. The way that just paying attention to what we’re doing and eating can stop the fatigue, help us lose the extra weight we’ve been carrying around, and/or adjusting their medications that don’t play well together.

If you are interested in talking to Cheryl about your personal health you can contact her at https://www.gutcoachcheryl.com/ 

Watch this space next week to see my October coaching special for you to take advantage of and tell your friends and family about.

Candid Talk About Stomach Acid

- Most people think that stomach acid is bad for you but they are wrong.

- Without stomach acid you can't digest your food or anything else you put in your stomach. That includes vitamins, medicine, and liquids (coffee, wine, etc).

- There are pharmaceuticals that neutralize your stomach acid which leaves your food to sit in your stomach for far too long. 

- If you don't digest your food then you're not getting the amino acids, vitamins, and minerals from your food. Your supplements and any medications you take also won't get dissolved.

- Listen to this podcast and learn where to go to remedy the situation and improve your health.

***Here's the link to Why Stomach Acid is Good For You by Dr. Jonathan Wright - it's the best money you'll ever invest in your health!

Three Subject Podcast: Loneliness, Coughing & Dehydration

- Listen and learn about 3 different subjects that affect all of us over 50.

- How loneliness is a bigger killer of older people than many diseases are.

- Debunking an internet story about heart attacks and how coughing can save you from dying.

- The affect of even one hour less sleep on your body's hydration and what you can do to counteract it.

- All of these short (especially #2 & #3) subjects can improve your wellness or your spouse or parent's.

If you want to learn more about sleep you can go to my Sleep Better podcast and sleep related blogposts. Or you can buy a great book about sleep that's out in paperback called Why We Sleep.

Don't forget to check out my website for lots of great information about Health & Wellness.

To Celebrate Menopause Month starting Oct 1, I have a very special guest with a unique perspective on menopause, sex, hormones, and more. Joining us is Katie Enright, founder and CEO of Lavinia, a company that focuses on enhancing people's sex lives through the use of cannabis. Katie shares how she transitioned from studying theology and considering a life as a nun to becoming an advocate for sexual education and incorporating cannabis into her own recovery journey. Her company, Lavinia’s mission is to enhance peoples sex lives through cannabis and to normalize two historically taboo subjects (sex and cannabis).

She explains how cannabis acts as a vasodilator, increasing blood flow, and how it can improve sexual experiences when used topically or ingested. Improving women’s sexual health before, during, and after menopause is very exciting (if you’ll pardon the pun) for all women going through the multi-year, multi-decade process of aging. While currently only available in California, Katie discusses the future potential for broader distribution and the benefits of cannabis in improving various aspects of our lives. Stay tuned to learn more about Katie's products and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. 

If you live in California and are 21 or over you can legally purchase cannabis locally and/or order it from a list of sites on their website - www.ohlavinia.com    

Love Yourself

Very late posted podcast and it’s explained in the podcasted. Taking care of myself in the midst of a busy week. Something for everyone to learn about dealing with overwhelm - especially self-imposed overwhelm (ladies are you listening?).

An update on my completion of the 7-month Clarity Certification Training (for coaches) and how to contact me to set up a conversation about how to do self-care for yourself. Send me an email to susan@healthytipsafter50.com or a message at my website (www.healthytipsafter50.com) or on FB.

Getting Stronger and Healthier As We Age

My guest today is Joseph Oniwor. Joe is a pro arena football player turned transformation trainer who has been in the fitness industry for 28 years. His mission is to help women 48 years old and older to take back control over their bodies while they are dealing with the energy loss and weight gain that typically comes along with menopause.

Listen in as we talk about what family and personal health issues brought him to become a health coach and to work with menopausal women in particular. I know from personal experience that we can be a bit moody and temperamental during that age.

Joe and I also talked about how to keep your fitness and strength during Covid and exercising at home. He has some very helpful suggestions for how to set up a kind of gym in a small space inside your own home.

Continuing, we talked about how people need to find a “why” for making healthy changes and choices in their lives. Switching to healthy foods, starting or continuing an exercise regime, while creating and maintaining a mindset that allows them to confidently take care of themselves first in their lives (one of my favorite topics).

This podcast is one of my longer ones but I think you’ll find it full of good advice and information. Let me know what you think. If you’d like to get in contact with Joe I’ve added his website and other specific information about some of his programs and free information below.

Website: https://jocoaching.life/blog/  FB: @JOCfitlife
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jocfitcoach/   
Free 7 Day Challenge - This has 26 exercises in 6 different workouts included,  https://jocoaching.life/free-resource/

3 New Things to Know

This podcast has 3 interesting study results. The first has to do with low B-12 levels leading to dementia. The second is about fidgeting while you’re stuck sitting some place for hours - like on a plane ride. And the third is a study which found a clear link in women between eating dairy products and a lower risk of cancer.

It’s not a long podcast so give it a listen and get the details for each. I also talked a bit more at the end about my coaching practice and how to get in touch if I can help - email me at susan@susanrosin.com

In this episode of the HTA50 Podcast, I welcome guest Deanna Schober, co-host of the Fitness and Sushi podcast. Deanna shares her personal journey of overcoming eating disorders and how it has shaped her approach to helping others develop a healthy relationship with food, body, exercise, and mind. As we delve into the topic, Deanna and I discuss the pitfalls of restrictive diets, the importance of self-care, and the need to prioritize emotional well-being. With our shared experiences and expertise, we offer valuable insights and practical strategies to promote lasting change and healing. This is especially appropriate with the year-end holidays approaching and all of the good food and desserts that go along with them!

Throughout the episode, Deanna and I stress the significance of mindset shifts and creating personalized, sustainable healthy lifestyles. We emphasize the harmful effects of yo-yo dieting and how it fails to address underlying emotional issues and food relationships. Instead, we advocate for focusing on abundance, making informed food choices, and developing flexible guidelines rather than strict rules. With our holistic approach, Deanna and I aim to help listeners break free from the cycle of dieting and create lasting change that enhances their overall well-being.

Listeners will also gain valuable insights into the nuances of health, as Deanna and I discuss the importance of addressing individual needs and goals, highlight the importance of informed decision-making for those with food intolerances, and the need to approach health in a shades-of-gray manner. Additionally, we tackle the topic of body image issues and the impact it has on both men and women. With our compassionate and experienced perspectives, Deanna and I offer support, guidance, and hope for anyone struggling with disordered eating and body image issues, regardless of gender.

You can connect with Deanna and her husband Tony by listening to their podcast, Fitness & Sushi, and you can also connect with them on Instagram…

Deanna: @deannaschober
Tony: @tony.schober

WALKING FOR EXERCISE DURING A PANDEMIC

Exercising anytime is important and it’s particularly important during a pandemic like we’re experiencing right now. We all need to support our immune systems to be able to fight off this disease and to be strong in case we actually end up getting it. Being over 50 makes us especially vulnerable so we need to do what we can beef up our immune system.

Because so many of us are at home most of the time that means that we are sitting more than usual, on our computers or watching something on our big screens. We are not socializing as much and we probably are just wearing our sweats and shorts (I know I am). It’s very easy to gain weight because we can’t go to the gym, exercise classes, and/or to the track at the local high school.

That’s why it’s important to go out and walk. I walk around my neighborhood every day and I’m lucky because it’s mostly all flat so it’s easy. If you can’t walk in your neighborhood then go some place close where you can walk. If you’re in good shape and you have some hills where you live you should try walking on some of the hills as it’s very good exercise to do. Start with short amounts of time and build up as you it gets easier to do.

This podcast goes through the long list of benefits you can get from walking regularly. Things like helping to ward off varicose veins, increased creative thinking, being in a better mood, keeping your weight in check, and a reduced risk of developing heart failure. Listen to it today (it’s not that long) and you’ll agree that with all of these benefits it’s worth putting on your walking shoes (that’s all you need) and getting outside every day.

If you are feeling sad, lonely, or out of balance because of the pandemic and/or how you have been affected by it please reach out to me as I am offering a free coaching session to anyone who needs some support during this time; there are no strings attached and no sales pitches. You can contact me at my Healthy Tips After 50 website or Facebook Page or you can send me a DM directly on Facebook.

Emotional Eating

Tricia Nelson has put yo-yo weight and dieting behind her and on the podcast she tells us how and why she did that. Her business is called Heal Your Hunger and is an effort to help women (and some men) around the world to get control of food , feel in control around food, and get to the size they want to be at without dieting or doing crazy exercise programs.

You’ll learn more about her story and the stories of many of her clients who have been successful in changing their relationship with food and weight. This is such an important message for so many people and be sure to share this with anyone you know who is dealing with yo-yo dieting and weight issues. Tricia has a podcast (Heal Your Hunger) and a best-selling book Heal Your Hunger: 7 Simple Steps to End Emotional Eating Now. Her website is HealYourHunger.com 

Pain - a self-fulfilling prophecy

• Brain-imaging study confirms that our expectations can create our level of pain
• Learn what the nocebo effect is as compared to the placebo effect
• Mind-body connection is confirmed again in effects on illness, pain, and recovery
• Positive expectations do help to speed recovery

More podcasts, videos, and blogs at my website - Healthy Tips After 50  

The Naturopathic Path to Health

My podcast guest this week is Dr. Cris Azzola, ND. Dr. Cris is a licensed naturopathic doctor in San Francisco, CA, and is a descendant from a long line of physicians who believed in balancing conventional medicine with natural healing techniques.

From early childhood, she was inspired by her family’s dedication to helping others and became curious about the natural remedies her family used to stay healthy, always wondering “how grandma’s stuff worked”. That’s why she decided to go the naturopathic route instead of the traditional MD route.

Cris specializes in helping people prevent and treat chronic conditions, including stress and burnout, and re-optimize their health. We had a great conversation about the different types of conditions and complaints that she has been treating during Covid and before. I really liked the way that she supports each person she sees as the unique person they are tries to make their healing journey as engaging as possible.

Another area we talked about was food and how important healthy food is to keeping us strong. She suggested looking at the book The World’s Healthiest Foods by George Mateljan if anyone is specifically interested in learning more about different foods. Per Cris’ recommendation, the book provides a great index and helps us identify foods high in specific nutrients and other details. The book can be bought on Amazon here or on his website at http://www.whfoods.com/

If you want to get in touch with Cris for more information about her naturopathic practice you can go to her website at www.DrAzzola.com or email her directly at Contact@DrAzzola.com

Mushrooms as Food and Medicine

Today’s guest is Jeff Chilton, the owner of Nammex (North American Medicinal Mushroom Extracts). Jeff’s interest in mushrooms started when he was a student at the University of Washington in the late 1960’s. He became a mushroom grower in 1973 and in 1989 he founded his company Nammex which raises organically certified mushrooms for the Nutritional Supplement industry.

We had a very interesting (and long) conversation which I’m sure you’ll enjoy if you like to eat mushrooms and/or take mushroom supplements. I know that I sure enjoyed it and I learned a lot from it as well. It’s always so valuable to be able to talk to an “expert” and Jeff is definitely an expert on everything mushroom. He explained how and why mushrooms are not a vegetable nor a plant - they are in between in what Jeff calls "their own kingdom".

I also learned why I’ve had allergic reactions to some mushroom supplements I’ve tried and what to look for when I go shopping for one again. We also talked about the many different kinds of mushrooms both to eat and to supplement with. Jeff explained how mushrooms are grown, their nutritional values, and how best to cook them. It really was a fascinating hour and will be well worth your time to listen to it all the way to the end.

To contact Jeff or his company directly you can go to his website https://www.nammex.com/

Worse Than the Dirty Dozen

Today’s show brings us up to date on one of the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) dirtiest food. They reported on the Department of Agriculture’s 2020 pesticide residue tests on fruits and vegetables and for the first time the DOA included raisins in their tests.

When the EWG compared the raisin results with those on the Dirty Dozen list they found that it was worse than all of them and would rank #1 if it was included in the list - which it isn’t because it is considered to be a processed food. 99% of conventional raisins and 91% of organic raisins tested positive for two or more pesticides.

The EWG’s recommendations were to eat organic raisins if you want or have to have raisins but otherwise try and eat prunes (especially organic prunes) instead.

Go here to listen to my previous podcast on the EWG Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen - https://healthytipsafter50.com/buying-organic-food/

Go here to read the EWG’s full report on raisins - https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/raisins.php 

What Song Makes You Get Up and Dance?

For me I love almost any kind of music and it makes me feel good to know that there are positive, physical benefits from listening (and dancing) to it. I talk about an NIH-funded music and health initiative. It’s so exciting to learn about some wonderful results they are getting from their research into Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and stroke recovery.

There are also interesting updates related to the grieving process, using music to help be more productive, and learning how music affects the brain. Music can help people support and connect with others. It can help us to strengthen our own brains by learning and playing an instrument. It can also help you to remember where you parked your car or left your keys. All of these are in the podcast.

Mushroom Power

What do you think about eating mushrooms as a way to beat cancer? Sounds good to me. This podcast is about a few studies that looked at mushrooms and their connections to lower risks for premature death and cancers.

One study’s finding said that people eating 18 grams of mushrooms per day - equal to 1 medium white mushroom - had a 45% lower risk of cancer compared to those who didn’t eat any mushrooms. Listen in to more information in this short podcast! let me know if you eat mushrooms in the comments below!

Eating For You - Emotional Eating

My interview guest this week is Sallyanne Pisk. She lives in Australia and she helps women to transform their eating mindset and their relationship with food. I should point out though that a lot of what we discussed applies to men these days as well as women so if you’re male don’t turn the podcast off.

The biggest takeaway from this podcast is that we should eat a healthy diet, one that works for us and our particular issues and life. Sallyanne developed the “Emotional Eating Triggers Checklist” to help her clients and

Sallyanne developed the “Emotional Eating Triggers Checklist” to help her clients and it is available to download for free at eatingchecklist.com . And her new book "Eating For You Book" is available for purchase at her website  eatingforyou.com.au

In this episode I have an interesting chat with Jodi Scott, CEO of Sierra Sage Herbs, the innovative force behind Green Goo's plant-based body care products. Jodi discusses the company's journey to create natural alternatives to petroleum-based products, highlighting the benefits of plant-based oils for skin health and overall well-being.

Discover the science behind their innovative face wash with helichrysum, the role of telomeres in skin longevity, and the exciting potential of transdermal nutrition through natural deodorants. Jodi also shares insights on running a family business, her daughter’s contributions, and the shift towards mindfulness and holistic health.

Tune in to explore how Green Goo is revolutionizing personal care with nature's best ingredients. Visit greengoo.com to learn more and order some of their products.

Daily Wellness For You

This week’s guest is Barbara Diaz de Leon. Barbara was an RN whose prior career was in Healthcare Administration but after experiencing her own health crisis she became a certified Health and Wellness Coach through both the Primal Health Coach Institute and the Institute of Transformational Nutrition.

Barbara created her company, Daily Wellness for You LLC, to help women lose weight, gain energy and achieve the life they deserve. She is passionate to help women incorporate simple nutrition and lifestyle changes that result in benefits like improved energy & digestion, reduced inflammation, and increased strength & confidence.

If you’d like to contact Barbara go to her website at https://www.dailywellnessforyou.com/ and you can also get a 7-Day Primal Meal Plan by subscribing to her newsletter.

Manage, Improve, & Heal Arthritis

Growing up I always thought that Arthritis was something you got when you were older and it didn’t go away. Now I’ve learned that you can actually not get it to start with and if you have it you can manage it, improve it, and actually cure it.

This podcast gives you information about how exercise can help strengthen your muscles and your joints which will improve your arthritis, if you have it, and will also set you up to not develop it if you don’t. But you have to do the exercise consistently and the right way, that’s where your doctor or physical therapist comes in. Yoga and Tai Chi exercise have both been found to be very helpful in pain reduction and improvement in coordination, balance, and body awareness.

The other part of that equation is your diet and the food you eat. It has been shown in multiple studies over the past 5 years that the Mediterranean Diet can ward off, improve, and/or heal both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The Mediterranean Diet is a very anti-inflammatory regime and arthritis is caused by inflammation so it makes sense that it can help your body to fight off the arthritis before you develop or heal it if you already have it. Here’s a link to my previous podcast on the Mediterranean Diet where I go into more detail than in this show. https://healthytipsafter50.com/mediterranean-diet/

I also mention the interview I had with my friend Louise Tyrrell. who is a yoga teacher and inspirational speaker based in Ireland. Louise is currently leading online yoga classes on her website https://louisetyrrell.com  The interview show is at this link - https://healthytipsafter50.com/yoga-inspiration-grounding/

I hope you enjoy this podcast and both of the previous podcasts.

In this episode, I had a fantastic conversation with Alicia Jones. We dove deep into the essentials of maintaining brain health and muscle strength as we age. We covered topics like the importance of resistance bands for in-home workouts, the crucial role of weight-bearing exercises, and why upping your protein intake is vital for muscle maintenance. Alicia brought invaluable insights into managing stress through exercise and diet, plus practical tips for crafting a diverse, nutrient-rich eating plan.

We also discussed the impact of hormonal changes on our bodies and shared smart strategies to stay fit and healthy post-menopause/andropause. Did you know men's health also sees hormonal shifts affecting mood, libido, and strength with age? It's a lesser-known aspect but equally important! Tune in to learn the three key actions everyone needs to take for a vibrant, healthy life. You won't want to miss this episode—it’s packed with advice to help you live your best life after 50!

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Dr. Joseph Antoun, CEO of L-Nutra Inc., is my guest on this week’s podcast. We talked about fighting age-related disease and enhancing overall longevity specifically using a 5-day fast-mimicking diet. L-Nutra’s team of researchers “are leaders in the field of nutrition related to longevity and healthspan”. The company is focused on “providing people the knowledge and products to live to 110 and beyond”.

Our conversation included natural dietary measures that we can all take to live longer, healthier lives and positively impact our overall health. Dr. Antoun shared his own background, what led him to join L-Nutra and its founder USC Professor Valter Longo, PhD, and the 3-4 times per year fasting plan that they promote for supporting longevity.

If you listen you will learn a lot about the connection between longevity and fasting which will definitely change your mind about periodic fasting. For more information about longevity and L-Nutra’s 5-day fast-mimicking diet product click the link to their website below.If you buy any products be sure to use the discount coupon code HTA50. 

https://prolonfast.com/?rfsn=6370278.278112&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6370278.278112 

Lynette Sorrentino is a coach and mentor who describes herself as a woman on a hunt doing everything she can to fight the aging process. After several personal battles with her own health she's now on a mission to help other women who may be experiencing some of the same things.

I was very excited to sit down and talk with Lynette as we are both very interested in learning how to take control of and improve our health.

We covered quite a few different areas of health during our talk including: 

• Self-care and being your own health advocate
• Adrenal fatigue
• Gut health and the Gut-Brain connection
• Stress and its effect 

It's a very interesting interview and you'll learn a lot about both of us in the 30+ minute interview.

For more information you can contact Lynette at either of the following websites:
www.advanceyou.us
www.amare.com/30671

Brain Booster Interview

Very interesting interview with Susan Gibson, founder of Vivolor Therapeutics. Listen to our conversation about what things can negatively affect your brain and what you can do to improve not just your brain but your overall health.

We speak at length about Susan’s F.A.S.T. model of describing the individual items that each of us should be watching out for as we get older and/or have memory issues.

Susan also talks about her mission, why she is so determined to help people improve their brains, and what she developed to do just that.

There was so much good information that I enjoyed every minute of the entire interview! I’m sure you’ll find it as interesting and valuable as I did.

Be sure to let me know how you liked it and what you learned that you hadn’t heard before. Also check out the Vivolor website (https://vivolor.com) - there is a wonderful graphic about the risk factors for memory loss on page 2.

New blogs coming on my Healthy Tips website too! 

Today’s podcast is a discussion with Michael Hobson, a former research economist turned water enthusiast, will take us on his fascinating journey from the corporate world to becoming an advocate for silica-rich, high-vibrational drinking water. We’ll discuss the spiritual and healing properties these special waters, like his Aquene Springs water, hold and why he criticizes municipal tap water.

Michael also talks about the importance of positive thoughts, the vibratory nature of our existence and how these elements connect too the water we drink. He also shares his decade-long adventure in the water industry and the special discount he’s giving us for his Aquene Springs Water. If you go to their website at https://aquenesprings.com/  you can use the code HTA50 when you check out to get a 10% discount. 

I’m sure that you will learn a lot from listening to Michael’s journey from Economist to Healthy Water Provider!

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A Glass of Wine Makes For a Healthy Life

This podcast is all about the many benefits of drinking one glass of red wine each day. There are many studies which I talk about that show the positive benefits of red wine. It has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer behavior in your body as well of benefit in the fight against cardiovascular disease.

I talk about studies that have shown it reduces the risk of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, and stroke along with heart disease, obesity, and infectious diseases.

It also provides food for beneficial gut bacteria that stop the creation of gut bacteria which is a cause of atherosclerosis. There are many other studies that I cover in this podcast related to colorectal cancer, stem cells, inflammation, aging, blood vessels, and blood clotting.

Enough with the lists - listen to the podcast and get all of the details. But remember that this applies to 1 glass for women and 1-2 for men a day, more than that and you will lose the health benefits. So, enjoy and don’t overdo!

You can listen to and comment on the podcast on my Facebook Page -  Healthy Tips After 50 Page or at my website - Healthy Tips After 50

Coffee & Caffeine - Are They Healthy For Us?

I read an article about coffee and the health benefits of it which aroused my curiosity and led to this week’s podcast subject - Coffee & Caffeine. I found quite a few recent studies that showed the health benefits of coffee and especially of caffeinated coffee. The only bad kind of coffee is very hot coffee - drinking that can increase your risk of developing esophageal cancer.

Otherwise it can lower your risk for multiple kinds of cancer, there’s a list in the podcast and the relative amount in each. If you drink unfiltered coffee on a regular basis it can cause your cholesterol to rise. There have also been studies looking at the association of coffee and gallstones, with poor cognitive functioning, and with high blood pressure.

Coffee is considered to be a food and at this point I would venture to say a health food. I certainly can’t make it through my day without a mug or two of it and after doing this podcast I’m going to start drinking even more caffeinated coffee as well. Hope you enjoy your cup of coffee.

My guest this week is Glenn Livingston, a clinical psychologist and former food addict who has transformed his own life and is now dedicated to helping others overcome food cravings and impulsive eating behaviors. Glenn discusses a range of practical strategies and insights, emphasizing the compassionate approach of his program and the positive transformation he has witnessed in individuals struggling with food issues.

From breathing techniques to resetting the extinction curve, Glenn shares invaluable wisdom and practical advice based on his personal journey and professional expertise. Join us as we delve into the science and psychology of food cravings and learn how to take control of our eating habits for a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Glenn’s view of overcoming food addiction is: “Once you’ve broken out of prison, don’t go back to see your friends. Run away as far as you can.”

If you want to talk to Glenn and/or get a free copy of his book Never Binge Again, free reader bonuses, and other books, coaching, and products go to: https://www.neverbingeagain.com/

Three Tips for Good Health

• First let me apologize for the bad static on the recording. Won't happen again.  
• 12-year study of 26,000 American women.
• Those who ate a diet very close to the Mediterranean Diet were found to have lower risks for inflammation as well as improvements in blood sugar, blood pressure, weight, and HDL cholesterol.
• Next study tip is that moderate to vigorous exercise is associated in men with a reduced risk of getting Parkinson's.
• Lastly, women with high social stress levels had lower bone density.
• High blood cortisol levels are also associated with low bone density.

To listen to all of the Podcasts and read the Blogs go to:

 Healthy Tips After 50

Today’s guest, Olivier Moncando, is a dynamic speaker, author, and acclaimed weight loss and wellness coach.

Olivier took us through his personal transformation from dealing with high blood pressure and chronic pain to achieving vibrant health by switching to a plant-based diet. We explored important topics like lactose intolerance, the drawbacks of consuming species-specific milk, and how dairy products can contribute to allergies. Olivier offers valuable insights on gradual dietary transitions to avoid detox symptoms and shared how his family has also thrived with this lifestyle change.

Check out Olivier's website https://oliviermankondo.com where he’s offering free weight loss and wellness discovery calls online, plus a 16-week coaching program aimed at achieving long-term health, not just weight loss. Learn about his book (https://oliviermankondo.com/my-book-funnel-ebook-sales-page), "Plant-based Nutrition: How It's Going to Change Your Life," and get his free "7 tips to lose weight." https://oliviermankondo.com/opt-in This episode is packed with life-changing information and practical tips that you don’t want to miss. Check it out now and start your journey towards better health today!

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Improving Memory & Focus

Everyone, but especially those of us over 50, is trying to find out how to improve our memories and our focus. And there are a lot of people and places looking at that subject. I was interested to find 2 newsletters with articles about it on their front pages this month.

One of them explained the 3 phases of memory - encoding, storage, and retrieval. The other newsletter gave an explanation of and suggestions about how to improve focus and concentration which results in better memory recall. As with so much else in life, it all works better to be calm, attentive to one thing at a time, and to add feeling to the memories as we create them.

There are also some other specific suggestions for increasing your focus and improving your memory. I learned a lot from both of these articles and I’m sure you will too! Enjoy!

An MDMA Love Letter

Charley Wininger is a psychotherapist in private practice, and the author of "Listening to Ecstasy: The Transformative Power of MDMA", a story of his life and marriage, that he calls An MDMA Love Letter. Licensed as a Psychoanalyst as well as a Mental Health Counselor, he specializes in relationships and communication skills, and has been treating couples and individuals in his NYC office for over 30 years.

I asked Charley to come on HTA50 to talk about Aging and Ageism. Our discussion ranged to quite a few different subjects that were all related to aging - some of those subjects were opportunities to get more involved in life and learn new things, volunteering with organizations that are appreciative of extra help, and physical and mental changes that we all go through as we age.

Charley has also been featured in The New York Times and Newsday (a NY area newspaper) as “The Love Doctor”. If you listen in you’ll find out what his experience has been as a couples and individuals therapist. It was an interesting and enjoyable conversation which I think you’ll also enjoy.

Charley's new book Listening to Ecstasy: The Transformative Power of MDMA is on Amazon. 

If you want to watch the video of the interview it's available on YouTube or on my Healthy Tips After 50 website. 

Integrative Medicine Conversation
An Interview with Aaron Hartman M.D.

This is one of my longer interviews because there was just so much to talk about and we really only skimmed the surface of the whole subject. Dr. Hartman is originally from and currently lives in Virginia where he is one of the rare Integrative Medicine doctors.

Dr. Hartman became interested in this area of medicine because of his first adopted daughter who had Cerebral Palsy. His daughter's health struggles forced him to confront an uncomfortable realization: Our current healthcare system doesn't have all of the answers. His wife, however, refused to give up hope. She ultimately pointed him to functional medicine. His daughter & other two kids began to thrive. After years in family practice, he felt called to make a dramatic shift.

In 2016 Dr. Hartman founded Richmond Integrative and Functional Medicine where he helps patients identify leverage points in key areas of their lifestyle & health that harness their body's remarkable power to heal and begin living the vibrant life they deserve. He has become the ‘go to’ doctor for difficult and hard cases in central Virginia. Here are some links to a free gift, his website & membership (listen to the podcast for more on this): 


Free eBook gift on Resilience: https://go.richmondfunctionalmedicine.com/brguide-pod Website + membership: https://richmondfunctionalmedicine.com https://www.youtube.com/c/AaronHartmanMD
www.facebook.com/rvaintegrative

Marc Perry started out with a normal weight of 165 lbs. After working long hours as a financial analyst mostly while sitting in his chair he realized that his weight had gone up to 200 lbs. It was at that moment that he saw that he had to make a change in his lifestyle. Marc started working out more often and created an efficient eating plan - that’s when the pounds came off. Next he helped his brother do the same, then he created a blog to share his story and his transformative plan. That was 15 years ago and the rest, as they say, is history.

In the podcast we talked a lot about how he works with “busy professional men” who want to shift their lives and transform their bodies. One of the amazing things is that they only work with their clients for the 12 weeks of the program, that’s all that’s needed for them to change their clients’ lives for the rest of their lives. If you want to know more about this bold way of working together you can listen to the podcast and then go to Marc’s website BuiltLean.com to find out more, get his Free Guide, and connect with him. 

David Wiss's journey into the world of wellness began at the age of 24, amidst a backdrop of personal and academic struggles. After spending years in college, switching majors, and grappling with both mental and physical health challenges, David was in search of a transformative change. His foray into nutrition and exercise proved to be a turning point, rapidly altering his life within a few months.

Through wellness, David found the clarity and strength he had been seeking, setting him on a new path of health and personal fulfillment. Tune in to learn how shifting from vanity to sanity can lead to sustainable well-being. Don’t miss this transformative episode!

You can contact David at his app — https://wisemindnutrition.com/

Or his website — https://www.nutritioninrecovery.com/    

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Inside-Out Thinking: An Interview with Clesia Mendes

Clesia Mendes is a Speaker and Mindset Coach who has over 25 years of experience in the personal development world. She loves traveling and teaching a new paradigm of psychology that, in her words, “has been discreetly emanating throughout the world”.

I had invited Clesia to come on the podcast as a part of my continuing brain series of podcasts and because I felt that she could help me and all of you to better deal with the uncertainty and upheaval that we are all living in right now.

Covid-19 is creating a lot of stress and anxiety around our health and the health of the world. There are also protests, anger, and uncertainty in reaction to the murders of George Floyd and other men of color by the police over the past few months (and years).

Clesia and I talk a lot about these stressful issues as well as about the many levels of human reaction to them. Then we go down a level to explore the Inside-Out psychology, how it changes our relationship to ourselves and how we live in the world around us.

As a Transformational Coach, Clesiia is dealing with these issues on both a personal and a professional level. She tells us about what brought her to the Inside-Out philosophy and she explains the impact that it has had on her life and for many others who have heard her talks on the Principles.

If you are interested in contacting Clesia or learning more about her you can find her at www.ClesiaMendes.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/clesia.mendes

Have you already made the decision to buy organic food or do you think the price is too high for your budget? Listen to this podcast first to learn about the EWG's 2019 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen - then decide! The list is based on the USDA's latest test results measuring how many and which kinds of pesticides are on our fruits and vegetables. You will find out which foods have the most and worst pesticide residues, which have none, and the ones in between.

Then you can make an informed decision about whether to buy organic or not for yourself and your family.

To see the entire Environmental Working Group's 2019 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce go to https://www.ewg.org where you can also find information about cosmetics, sunscreens, cleaning & laundry supplies, tap water, and chemicals in your home.

Check out my website healthytipsafter50.com for more information & related blogposts. #organic #organicfood

Kari Klein - Changing Her Message and Her Vocation

My guest on this week’s podcast is Kari Klein. Kari was a chiropractor for 16 years before she decided that she wanted to work with people from a more whole body/mind point of view and not just specific aches and pains. To help people to live from a deeper sense of well being.

Some of the areas we talked about included looking at health & wellness as encompassing not just physical and mental health but also how mindset and inner wisdom are basic integral parts of our lives. Kari saw that a lot of her patients were exhausted from trying to fix specific aches and pains instead of looking at their body and mind as one whole entity that needed to exist in balance which would bring them better overall health.

We continued our discussion talking about how we all need to have more curiosity about everything in life including our health, wellness, and how we look at ourselves and the world. This had led her to spend a year studying cellular biology and see that each cell is like a universe in and of itself. Be sure to listen to that part of the interview at minute 30 of the podcast.

Overall, it was a very interesting and enlightening conversation and I hope that you all enjoy it. The best place to contact Kari is on her Facebook profile at https://www.facebook.com/thislifekariklein.

Maintaining Your Balance

This podcast is about keeping your balance physically, not emotionally, better known as not falling and hurting yourself. I have a lot of experience with falling, not purposefully, and usually with some resulting bumps, bruises, and once a broken clavicle.

There are a lot of reasons that people take falls and I talk about most of them. Things like losing muscle mass from aging, medications like anti-depressants and antihistamines, some cognitive disorders like Alzheimers and dementia. Arthritis and osteoarthritis and low levels of Vitamin D can all cause falls to happen. There are a few others that I talk about as well.

Then there are a number of exercise programs (like yoga & pilates) I suggest as well as what not to wear, do, or consume. My last suggestion is to not only think about your own life but to watch for these issues in the lives of family members and friends and help them to do proactive self-care to ward off falls and the resulting issues that can impact their lives.

I hope this helps keep this in everyone’s consciousness as we get older and our parents get older because one fall can drastically alter a person’s life and the lives of those around them.

What is Calorie Density?

Have you heard of calorie density before? I hadn’t and I was surprised as I’ve been a student of healthy food and diets for over 30 years. I was especially surprised to learn that it is one of the main reasons that we overeat.

Calorie density is also known as energy density (hadn’t heard of that either) and is a measure of the calorie content of food relative to its weight or volume. The usual measure is the number of calories per 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of food.

Fruits and vegetables are examples of low calorie dense foods. They are also examples of foods that can fill up your plate at the same time as providing lower calorie totals. Another interesting fact is that low calorie dense foods are not necessarily low in carbohydrates so you can end up eating healthier foods with fewer calories leading to weight loss. A perfect trifecta!

I quote from the Nutrition Health Newsletter which is published by CSPI, a non-profit who has been “America’s Science-Based Food and Health Watchdog for Nearly 50 Years. You can check them out at cspinet.org

• First update in 10 years
• How it improves overall quality of life
• Find out how to get the most benefit from exercise; how long and the level of intensity
• Learn the talk test for determining your level of intensity
• They also recommend getting short periods of activity throughout the day
• Not all of this will be new to everyone but there are some new items you're sure to find interesting

Here's the link to the guidelines: tinyurl.com/exercise-HHS

If you’re interested in learning more about Anti-Aging hormones for women and men of any age then be sure to listen to this podcast episode. Hormone treatment has matured to a safer, easier, and very important part of aging healthfully. Get rid of brain fog, improve your physical health, and many other “age-related” issues just by using a cream with the hormones you need.

Today’s guest is Dr. Daved Rosensweet, MD. He was recently named one of “The Biggest Names in Anti-Aging Medicine” by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. He’s written books, founded organizations, and helped many people to get back to their younger normal state.

Download a PDF of one of his books at the following link https://iobim.org/book/ 

And check out his website for answers to your questions — https://iwonderdoctor.com/       

Food and the Brain - How They Impact Each Other

In putting this podcast together I learned so much about how food can affect our brains as well as how our brains control and influence satiety, overeating, and obesity. I found so many different kinds of studies dealing with food and our brain that I couldn’t even include them all.

Colorful fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, whole grains, avocados, oily fish, coffee, and green tea are so important to maintaining our brain health. Eating them is linked to better memory, cognition, and a lower risk of Alzheimers, heart disease, and strokes.

Obese people have been found to have similar brain activity patterns to people who abuse alcohol and drugs. It isn’t just a matter of not having any self-control. There is research trying to see if the same treatments for opioid addiction can be used for food addiction and obesity.

Another study is using “cognitive behavioral therapy” to help adolescents learn how to control their cravings for certain foods that are not good for them. It’s helping them to lose weight and improve their health.

Overall the Mediterranean Diet ticks off all of the foods that the studies have shown to be healthy and health maintaining - especially as we age! We can get away with eating a bad diet when we are young because our bodies are so much better at cleaning out the bad stuff. As we get older our bodies slow down and can’t clear junk out as easily. They need more of the good stuff to feed our health and our brains.

That’s where the Mediterranean Diet comes into play. It has all of the fruits, vegetables, grains, coffee, tea, and red wine that will make us happier and healthier because we will feel better. Check the podcast out and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did in making it. How healthy is your diet?? Comment below.

My guest is Tonya Fines, and we’re going to have a conversation about menopause. Tonya is a holistic health practitioner who has been through menopause herself as well as having extensive experience helping women navigate the complex journey of menopause. Tonya works predominantly with women who are pre, peri, and menopausal, offering guidance and support as they adapt to the physical and emotional changes that come with this new phase of life.

We talk about the importance of self-care during menopause, strategies for managing symptoms like mood swings, weight gain, and sleep disturbances, and the vital role of joy and happiness in maintaining well-being. Tonya shares her insights on developing personalized care plans, the value of open communication with loved ones, and why it's crucial to monitor changes in your body along with professional medical advice.

Together, we break down the misconceptions surrounding menopause, highlight the positive opportunities it presents, and explore practical tips and natural components that can ease the process. Whether you're experiencing menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers empowering advice and compassionate understanding. So, stick around and join us for an enlightening and encouraging conversation with Tonya Fines and then share it with the women (and men) in your life!

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An Interview With Clesia Mendes

Clesia Mendes is a Speaker and Mindset Coach who has over 25 years of experience in the personal development world. She loves travelling and teaching a new paradigm of psychology that, in her words, “has been discreetly emanating throughout the world”.

I had invited Clesia to come on the podcast as a part of my continuing brain series of podcasts and because I felt that she could help me and all of you to better deal with the uncertainty and upheaval that we are all living in right now.

Clesia and I talk a lot about these stressful times as well as about the many levels of human reaction to them. Then we go down a level to explore the Inside-Out psychology, how it changes our relationship to ourselves and how we live in the world around us.

As a Transformational Coach, Clesia is dealing with these issues on both a personal and a professional level. She tells us about what brought her to the Inside-Out philosophy and she explains the impact that it has had on her life and for many others who have heard her talks on the Principles.

If you are interested in contacting Clesia or learning more you can find her at www.ClesiaMendes.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/clesia.mendes

Biohacking Unlimited

Mike Van Thielen is a Ph.D. Holistic Nutrition & Doctor of Oriental Medicine. He became the CEO of a stem cell company for 5 years and since Covid started he has been applying himself to biohacking. Mike has been keynote speaking at conferences and working with people to regain control of and optimize their health, reverse their biological age, and increase their lifespan. 

Mike also makes it clear that biohacking is not just for people with a lot of money - it’s available to everyone, it’s how you upgrade your body and your life. If you’re interested in any of these subjects then you should definitely listen to this podcast!! 

Learn more about Dr. Van Thielen and get a PDF of his book The IZOD Method at his website 

https://mvtonline.com/ .

Tracy Pleschourt, the Founder of Self-Made U and the host of Secrets of the Self-Made Podcast helps men and women create Self-Made wealth and wellness through life coaching. Just a few years ago, Tracy was a successful advertising executive. Stifled by the rigorous, time-consuming demands of the corporate world, she traded in her 20 years of advertising to pursue her real passion: life & weight loss coaching.

Tracy has mastered and now teaches the critical skills necessary to manage your mind and overcome any obstacle, including overeating, over drinking, time management, career & relationship changes. In this, her second HTA50 podcast, Tracy and I give a sample coaching session dealing with losing the 5-10 pounds that many people gained during the past few years of working from and hanging out at home. It’s a short session and gives you a good sample of what a it is like to be coached.

To reach Tracy you can go to her website: https://www.self-madeu.com/   

To contact me you can email me at susan@healthytipsafter50.com   

This week’s guest is Dr. Shivani Gupta. Dr. Gupta spent over 2 decades learning from gurus, leaders and change makers in Ayurveda before earning a Masters and PhD in Ayurvedic studies. She believes in a balanced approach to our health that combines the ancient wisdom of Ayurvedic herbs and diet with modern medical interventions. It was this combination of East and West that I found most refreshing and interesting about Dr. Gupta and her practice.

Dr. Gupta is also the founder of Fusionary Formulas, an Ayurvedic supplement company that is the perfect fusion of the right herbal formulations from ancient times fused with modern science to give maximum benefits. Her mission is to change lives with Ayurveda. You can learn more at her website —  www.FusionaryFormulas.com 

Should You Care About the New Nutrition Label?

This is the first update since 2006 of the Nutrition Label on food products. You may have already seen companies using this new label. Most of the information is the same but there are some important changes.

Added Sugars are broken out from the Total Sugars, they took out Vitamin A & Vitamin C Daily Values and replaced them with Vitamin D and Potassium, and most importantly they enlarged and bolded the print for serving size and Calories.

Another change only shows Daily Value percentages for a 2000 calorie per day diet (dropped the 2500 listing). Overall it is a better label with more important nutrition information than the previous label. Hurrah!

Be sure to check out my other podcasts and blogs at the Healthy Tips After 50 website. 

My guest is Don Moxley, an esteemed exercise physiologist and former sports scientist at Ohio State University. Listen in as we delve into his groundbreaking research on autophagy, the cellular cleaning process crucial for maintaining cell health. We explore the incredible potential of spermidine, a molecule that declines with age but can be replenished through diet, boosting autophagy and potentially extending our health span.

Don shares insights on the benefits of spermidine for improving sleep, reducing dementia risk, and tackling inflammation-related diseases. We also discuss practical considerations for incorporating spermidine into your diet and the impact of industrial food production on its availability.

Join us as we unpack the science behind spermidine, hear about Don’s personal mission to enhance human performance and well-being, and learn valuable tips for optimizing the latter phase of life. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain actionable advice on fostering longevity and maintaining vitality as we age. Don is also offering a 15% discount by using ROSIN15 on his website!

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My guest today is Dee Wallace, successful actress and spiritual energy teacher. Dee is best known as the mother in ET and she has continued her acting career success all the while being a spiritual energy teacher. Dee has been one of my spiritual mentors for more than 10 years and I was so excited when she agreed to be a guest on my podcast!

We talked about the creation process and how we can direct it to create the life that we want, or not as the case may be. If you listen or watch this episode you will get an introduction to or review of (depending on your level of understanding) how to decide what you want and then create it.

Dee’s website has all of her webinars and books available for purchase along with other events, trainings, private sessions, and acting workshops. Dee’s latest book, BORN, is a powerful book about how Spirituality, Brain Science, and Religion are all teaching the same principles, and how you can easily use them in creating your life. BORN is available on Dee’s website and on Amazon.  https://iamdeewallace.com/ 

Dee also hosts a Sunday morning (9 am Pacific Time) call-in show where you can ask Dee for info on any question you have about yourself and your life. The call-in number is 319-527-7305 or you can listen online at Blog Talk Radio - https://www.blogtalkradio.com/ConsciousCreation 

Jacob Kendall has been navigating the crazy maze of our medical system for as long as he can remember, dealing with its ups and downs both personally and professionally. With a knack for blending different fields, he's got quite the eclectic education background. Jacob holds degrees in biology, social work, and public health, and topped it all off with a PhD in what he likes to call gerontology—basically, the all-encompassing study of aging. His approach to understanding aging is truly interdisciplinary, pulling in insights from natural and social sciences, humanities, and even a bit of theology. Jacob's all about mixing it up to get the best handle on the complexities of health and aging. I’m sure you will learn a lot from my conversation with Jacob.

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This week’s guest, Robin Allen, is a mother, nutritionist, entrepreneur, founder of Necessary Nutrition, Inc., and the creator of the Necessary Nutrition brand of supplements including Vitamin D3. Necessary Nutrition recently celebrated its 14th year in business. Over the years, Robin has inspired thousands of people to use food and nutrition to build and repair their bodies, and continues to connect others to resources and tools to live a peaceful, health-filled life.

17 years ago Robin was pre-diabetic and overweight when she realized that food was either going to kill her or keep her alive. And that the illnesses and diseases we face are due in large part to what you put in your mouth or what you don't put in your mouth. Robin was fascinated with the power of food and everything she didn't know about it. At that point in her life she decided to make a career shift and she pivoted to focus on nutrition. You’ll love this podcast, I certainly enjoyed meeting Robin and spending the time with her. You can contact her at her website or on social media at the links below:

Website: www.nessynutri.com

Instagram: @nessynutri

Facebook: NessyNutri

Elaine Glass, master life coach for women in their later years, is here to help us delve into the transformative power of quiet time, self-reflection, and nurturing. She explains how this practice can lead to significant personal insights and release from life's accumulated chaos. 

Join us as Elaine discusses her unique coaching paths that involve nurturing our bodies, cleaning the mind, and grounding ourselves to better connect with our dreams and intuition. Plus, she'll share details in her new book, "Get Quiet", which offers tools for those seeking self-guided explorations into their personal journeys. Whether you're looking to leave corporate America, find new passions, or simply tune into your inner voice, this episode is packed with insights that promise to inspire to approach your second half of life with enthusiasm and clarity. 

Hearing Loss, Dementia, & Alzheimers - Are They Connected?

According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), a part of the US Government's National Institutes of Health (NIH), they are connected.

There are numerous studies in PubMed showing that people who have hearing loss are more likely to develop dementia of any kind than those who have no hearing impairment.

People with hearing loss who don't get some kind of "intervention" such as a hearing aid or implant tend to have more brain shrinkage which also correlates with cognitive decline.

Listen to this podcast to learn more about the causes of hearing loss, getting your hearing tested, how to deal with hearing loss, and how to communicate with others who have a hearing loss.

You'll also learn why I especially wanted to share this information with others.

Come to my website https://healthytipsafter50.com for my other podcasts and blogposts filled with lots of health related information and resources!

Hearing, Sleep, and Brain Health
Dementia Strategies with Dr. Mitchell Clionsky

Dr. Mitchell Clionsky is a dedicated neuropsychologist specializing in dementia prevention, a vital and increasingly relevant field as the global population ages. With a passion for educating others about reducing the risk of progressive neurological diseases, such as Alzheimer's and vascular dementia, Mitchell emphasizes that proactive measures can cut the risk of these conditions by up to 50%.

Dr. Clionsky shares groundbreaking insights on dementia prevention, the critical role of hearing aids in brain health, and the alarming yet often unnoticed risks of sleep apnea in individuals over 50. We also talk about the interconnected nature of health, discussing how factors like dental hygiene, diabetes management, and regular vaccinations can impact cognitive functioning.

Partnering with his wife, Dr. Emily Clionsky, a physician with expertise in psychiatry and internal medicine, Mitchell co-authored a comprehensive book on dementia prevention. Their collaborative work,“Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain”, was published by Johns Hopkins Press in April 2023, contributing significant insights and practical advice to those seeking to maintain cognitive health as they age.

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Berries for the Holidays

• Information about Cranberries, Blueberries, and Vitamin A
• The Pilgrims used cranberries to prevent scurvy and we use it these days to help with urinary tract infections (UTI's) - both from Vitamin C
• Cranberries are native to North America (new info to me)
• Cranberries and Blueberries have phytochemicals which have potential to help with cancer prevention, cardiovascular health, and digestive health
• Blueberries have been linked to healthy aging in multiple studies. 
• Vitamin A has been shown in studies to reduce skin cancer risk.

If you'd like a recipe for Cranberry Walnut Granola Bars leave me a comment wherever you are listening to the podcast. (website & FB Page would probably get to me the fastest)

This could save your life -- or someone else's.

Do you know the Signs of a Stroke? If you are over 50 (or know someone over 50) this podcast is important for you.

You must listen to this podcast now, before you need this information because knowing these signs could save your life or the life of someone you love!

Check out my website for more information and resources - https://healthytipsafter50.com/ 

Get Some Exercise Everyday!

Today’s podcast is all about exercise and how important it is (or should be) in our lives. Especially with all of us limited to exercising outside or in our house/apartment (at least that’s how it is here in California).

Exercise is so, so important to our health, under regular circumstances! It’s how we keep our hearts, lungs, muscles, brains, … working at their best. Today that translates into having a better chance of surviving COVID if we get it. But it also means that we will live longer to spend more time with loved ones.

You can find groups, classes, workouts, equipment, etc., online and on TV/cable. There are books, magazines, and social media filled with information and teachers. You can do yoga, zumba, tai chi, and every other kind of exercise - so go out and do it, now!

I do walking, floor exercises, and weights. Let me know in the comments what kind of exercise you like and actually are doing these days.

This week's episode is a repeat from Fall of 2021 and I'm repeating it because this is a good time to remind people of how to eat well, stay healthy, and not gain weight during the holidays. I wish everyone happy & healthy holidays and I will return with a new podcast interview after the New Year (or maybe I'll do one next week all by myself).

My interview guest is Robert Davis, Ph.D., also known as The Healthy Skeptic. Robert is an award-winning journalist whose latest book is “Supersized Lies”, How myths about weight loss are keeping us fat - and the truth about what really works.

We had a very interesting conversation about dieting, food, and individual health and how trying to follow the many diet plans out in the media can be confusing and in the long run a waste of our time and money.

This podcast is one of the most valuable you can listen to, especially if you have bought too many diet books and still not found a a diet that works for you. Robert’s website is https://www.healthyskeptic.com where you can check out his videos and books.

TMJ Migraines & Chronic Pain

Today’s podcast is a follow-on from my original interview with Dr. Dave Sherazi, DDS. In this discussion we talked about the relationship between TMJ and tinnitus, chronic pain, migraines, brain issues and other disorders.

Dave tells us about his journey from dental school to an entirely new field around TMJ, jaw disorders, and pain.

If you are interested in learning more about TMJ you can contact Dr. Sherazi at the following: https://tmjandsleeptherapycentre.com 
https://www.facebook.com/tmjandsleeptherapycentreofLA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Vcqj4_9x_BAO2ZkHWwWUw

Vitamin D and Cancer

2-3 years ago there were a couple of research studies published called the VITAL study which looked at the the affect of Vitamin D and Omega-3’s on almost 26,000 men and women over 50. All were free from cancer and cardiovascular disease at the start of the study which ran from 2011 until the end of 2017.

The men and women in the study were randomly assigned to different groups - Omega-3 + Vitamin D, Omega-3, Vitamin D, and placebos. There were some interesting Vitamin D related results in the original study’s analysis that showed a small difference in the Vitamin D group having to do with metastatic and fatal cancers.

A group went back last year to do a secondary analysis on that same group of Vitamin D vs placebo participants. What they found was a significant difference between the Vitamin D and placebo in the normal BMI (Body Mass Index) group but not so much in the overweight group.

Makes me think that staying at a healthy weight and taking Vitamin D is a pretty good way to increase your odds of not developing metastatic and fatal cancer. Listen in to learn more…

What I've learned about healing broken bones (and a short list of what not to flush)

• You need to eat almost twice as many calories as you usually do
• Your bones need lots of protein to mend any breaks or cracks - that's also true if you have osteoporosis 
• Other vitamins you need are Omega-3's, Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin K
• I suppose you are wondering when I am going to say that you need Calcium - well you do but, and it's a big but, Calcium shouldn’t be taken by itself !!!
• You need to take all of the Minerals together and in the right proportions. That means in the proportions that they come from the earth.
• Actually, you should take Minerals even if you haven’t broken anything. There’s a link below and on my website's Resources page to the kind of Minerals I take - Trace Minerals.

Be sure to check out my Daily Videos about the journey back  to health that I've been documenting and posting!
They can be found on:

My website - healthytipsafter50.com/livestreams
My FB Page - Healthy Tips After 50
My YouTube Channel - Healthy Tips After 50 Podcast

Spend Less Time Worrying & More Time Doing!

Spending time worrying about things that happened in the past or may happen in the future is like throwing that time away. You can’t change the past and you can’t create the future until you get there. We should live our lives in the present - we can only influence the future once it has becomes the present.

Information from the Massachusetts General Hospital Mind, Mood, and Memory Newsletter suggests that we set up time periods during the day/evening to spend worrying. Scheduling it will make it more manageable and lower the amount of time that we spend pondering and worrying.

Spending a lot of your day worrying about anything takes up room in your brain leaving less for your memory, thinking, and doing. They suggest developing more mindfulness through meditation, playing an instrument, yoga, and/or physical activities (e.g. running, tai chi).

It’s really much more of an issue than any of us thought and we need to remember to breathe and relax while dealing with the COVID-19 virus because it’s easier to get sick if we’re stressed out about it all. Stay healthy and well as best as you can until it’s over.

Think of it as using and developing a muscle that will serve you well going forward in all areas of your life.

What do you think? Leave me a comment at my website Healthy Tips After 50.

Season’s Greetings!

I recorded a short podcast this week with some holiday wishes and some holiday advice. The advice is something short that you can experiment with this holiday season to keep yourself balanced and grounded. It’s something that’s definitely turned my life around. Check it out and let me know if you’ve found it helpful as well.

I also let everyone know that I have some coaching sessions still available as a part of my Holiday Special No-cost Coaching Offer. If you’re interested click on the link below and it will take you to my Coaching Calendar where you can book in a session with me. I look forward to meeting some more of you in January! Here’s the link to the calendar - https://bit.ly/Coaching-session

In this podcast episode I spoke with Dana Helmink, the Senior Director of Audiological Development for Widex, about the importance of hearing health and advancements in hearing aid technology. Dana shares her extensive background in audiology and her passion for improving hearing solutions, emphasizing that hearing loss is no longer an issue only for the elderly but is increasingly being recognized and addressed in younger populations. We discussed the importance of early detection and intervention, as well as the impact of untreated hearing loss on cognitive decline, referencing significant studies like the Achieve Study from Johns Hopkins which highlights the potential benefits of using hearing aids to stop or slow down cognitive decline.

Dana introduces the latest product from Widex, the Smart-Ric, which features innovative design improvements aimed at enhancing sound quality, comfort, and user convenience. The conversation underscores the importance of seeking professional hearing assessments and considering hearing aids as a proactive measure for maintaining quality of life and cognitive health. Dana and I are big supporters for increased awareness and accessibility of hearing health care and encourage listeners to contact their doctors to get their hearing checked.

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This special offer is still available. If you are interested in trying AX3's Astaxanthin supplement you can get 20% off the normal price by going to their website AX3.life and entering the discount code SUSAN20 when you order AX3 or you can use the link I've put in the show notes below which will get you there faster...

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Meditation for Calming Fearful Memories

Volunteers trained in Mindfulness Meditation were able to break their "anxiety habit" caused by fearful memories. In this study the researchers used "safety memories" to help the participants in conjunction with the mindfulness meditation to do this.

They also learned through mindfulness how to stop judging their own thoughts. Overall the meditation group did better than the control group who used exercise based stress management. Meditation classes are available in many community centers, spiritual/buddhist communities, senior centers, YMCA's, etc. You can easily find one near you.

There's a short "holiday" tip having to do with wrapping gifts and creating expectations. Don't disappoint the person you are gifting by wrapping your gift "inappropriately".

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Cruciferous Vegetables and Fibre - How Much to Eat?

Results from 2 studies in the UK both dealing with the impact of vegetables and/or fruit in the diet. The first shows the relation between higher amounts of cruciferous vegetables in one’s diet and a lower rate of abdominal aorta calcification.

In the study a group of women over 70 years old eating 1/4 cup or more of cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, or cauliflower were 46% less likely to have aortic calcification. And having aortic calcification has been shown to make it more likely that you would have a heart attack or stroke.

The second study questions how much of an impact some of the common dietary advice actually has on one’s health and specifically your gut. Things like eat five-a-day fruits & vegetables or even what five we should pick to eat. Most of this study had to do with the colon and specifically the lining of the colon.

There are a few medical terms that were included - terms like terminal ileum (where the small intestine intersects with the large intestine) and proximal colon (first and middle areas of the colon). The wrap-up advice that the study writers include is that at this point in time we should all follow a Mediterranean diet plus coffee. Sounds like good and yummy advice to follow!

In this insightful episode my guest is Kim Askey Strasser, a seasoned life and weight loss coach and nurse executive leader. With three years of life coaching experience and now part of Meta Brain Labs, Kim introduces a groundbreaking wearable brain-computer interface technology that promises to revolutionize how individuals confront and conquer their limiting beliefs.

As we explore the intricate relationship between the mind and successful weight loss, Kim discusses her innovative approach that combines science-based nutrition, weight loss medications, and transformative coaching to ensure lasting success and bolster confidence in individuals' weight loss journeys. To learn more about their programs you can go to the Meta Brain Labs' website (Kim runs the Meta Brain Self program) at   https://metabrainlabs.com/    

Memory Loss Misconceptions

There are a lot of things that many of us think of as truths around our memory and our brains. This podcast covers some of them. The first and most important one is that our memories are accurate. That is absolutely not correct!

Not only are our memories not accurate, they change every time we bring them up out of our brains. That explains, for instance, why you and your spouse never seem to agree on something you both saw, experienced, or participated in. It also explains why multiple “eye witnesses” tell different versions of the same event. Just because you think you saw it remember that you may be wrong!

Another one that gets a lot of play on TV and in books and movies is repressed childhood memories. Turns out there is no such thing. People who had early trauma experiences in their lives are not likely to either repress it and/or forget it. Interesting, huh? I talk a lot about Alzheimer’s and its connection with memories. But the truth is that loss of memory is not the first sign of Alzheimer’s. It’s actually the breakdown of judgement and decision-making as well as anxiety, irritability, or other personality changes. So watch for those in your loved ones, not memory loss.

There are some more examples I talk about and then I throw in my favorite diet to help you with any memory and/or brain issues - The Mediterranean Diet. There are just more and more studies showing how valuable it can be for so many areas of your health. The fact that you can have a glass of red wine each day as a part of the diet just seals the deal as far as I’m concerned.

Here are some Mediterranean Diet books that I really like if you’re looking for one. *** Mediterranean Diet Recipes by America’s Test Kitchen https://healthytipsafter50.com/Test-kitchen-Med-Diet ***Mediterranean Method by Stephen Masley https://healthytipsafter50.com/Med-Diet-Masley

What is this Heart Test for?

As we and our parents get older the possibility of having a heart test starts to loom closer in the rear-view mirror. Today’s show explains what some of the most common heart tests are that we may be sent out to get. As I like to say, information is power and having an introduction to them now can definitely help us all in case we (or someone we love) is sent to get one.

I am also still running my Holiday Special for gratis coaching sessions through the end of January. If you sign up you will also be doing me an immense favor as I am in a Coaching Mastery program where I have been challenged to talk with 50 people over the next 4 months. If you’d like to help me reach that goal (and get a gift session) you can get to my schedule by copying this link into your browser ==> bit.ly/Coaching-session.

Reducing Food Loss and Food Waste

We human beings produce a lot of food waste and loss. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations is observing their first International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on September 29. It will be an online event.

To learn more go to this link: http://www.fao.org/platform-food-loss-waste/events/detail/en/c/1269190/
To register to attend go to this link: https://fao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qNIr9R8wRtWGHv5ExXPjQw

The FAO and the USDA have both committed their organizations to cutting in half the current amount of food waste and loss by 2030. This is a very aggressive goal but it’s something that needs to be done to help slow down climate change. In the podcast I explain how the FAO has created 2 new metrics which will be used by the FAO and USDA for measuring food loss and food waste going forward.

The current level of food waste and food loss produces 3.3 billion tons of greenhouse gas that goes up into the earth’s atmosphere which comes out of the landfills from the rotting food. The FAO is intent on increasing the efficiency in the way food is produced, distributed, and consumed.

In January 2020 the USDA released a report identifying most of the supply chain factors leading to 30-40% of our food supply being wasted. Among these are supermarkets and restaurants not wanting to buy food in that doesn’t meet their quality and appearance requirements. I understand but I think we (including me) are going to have to get over this.

Lastly I go through quite a few ways that we as consumers can lower our own levels of food loss and waste. They aren’t hard to do and they make a lot of sense. I hope they help you to contribute to bringing this global crisis under control.

On a totally different subject, at the end of the podcast I let everyone know that as part of my celebration of the fall season I am giving away free coaching sessions to the first 15 people who email me at susan@susanrosin.com mentioning the podcast and the offer and telling me what they are doing to help lower their food waste. I look forward to connecting with you soon.

Did you know that there are 4 Heat-Related Conditions? Heatstroke is the most serious. This podcast will tell you about all 4. Find out what you should do to protect yourself from getting Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke. Remember these signs now that we're getting into the summer heat. And, as usual, it's harder for those of us over 50 to avoid Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke! So take care and stay cool...

Rick Olderman is a licensed sports and orthopedic physical therapist with more than 25 years experience. Rick specializes in helping people with chronic pain experience and live a pain-free life. After going into private practice Rick had the realization that orthopedic problems were not one-off issues but instead are a part of an overall system. That led him to create a Systems approach to helping his patients which has resulted in a more integrated and successful program creating better health and fitness. There are some explanations of what he is talking about that are even better understood if you watch the video version so check out YouTube, FB and my website where the videos are available.

Go to Rick’s website (https://go.rickolderman.com/) to watch a short video that explains his System way of working. There is also information about the different parts of his System as well as multiple programs that he has developed for specific problem areas. If you use the code “fixingyou” when you purchase a program you’ll receive 20% off the purchase price and immediate access to stream and/or download.

Rick's new book has been published, it provides an easy way to learn his system of healing specific issues. You can order the book, Solving the Pain Puzzle, now on Amazon at this link:  https://amzn.to/3ZmDC6p 

Multi-Subject Podcast

As the title says, this podcast is made up of 5 different short subjects. There were so many new and interesting studies that had been published that I thought it would be a good change from the longer one subject podcasts and the interviews I’ve been doing recently.

The different subjects are:
1) Chemotherapy and breast cancer
2) Covid-19 and its impact on loneliness
3) Gender and Alzheimer’s
4) Exercise for back pain
5) Soy and heart problems I

hope you find these to be as interesting and valuable as I did, especially in relation to those of us who are over 50 and trying to stay healthy, well, and active in mind and body.

I also gave an update on my training as a transformational coach and how I am offering pro bono (free) coaching sessions in order to gain more experience. If you are interested in having a free coaching session please contact me at susan@susanrosin.com Thanks for listening!!

Dr. Charles Lee is a renowned doctor with over 40 years of experience. He is a surgeon specializing in plastic surgery and based in Malaysia. Charles finds joy in helping patients transform their appearance and boost their confidence. He received training from three royal colleges of surgeons in the United Kingdom and developed hhis passion for reconstructive surgery while working with children born with cleft problems. Seeing the long-term impact of his work on his patients, even after 25 years, brings him immense satisfaction and makes him feel youthful. He does admit though, that despite his career in medicine, he tends to neglect his own health. Charles also has a book available to purchase - "Mindflow Ergonomics".

Below are the two key takeaways from my conversation with Charles:

1. Embrace Failure and Rewrite Your Story: The podcast emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and accepting failure, both in our personal and professional lives. By being open and vulnerable, we can rewrite our life's chapters and redefine failure as an opportunity for growth and learning.

2. Mind Flow and Creativity: The concept of "mind flow”, highlighting the importance of constant growth, learning, and creativity. Being in a state of mind flow allows us to tap into different areas of our brain, generate innovative ideas, and navigate the challenges of life more effectively.

If you'd like to learn more or contact Dr. Lee you can find him on his YouTube Channel - HEARTtalk with Dr Charles Lee  - https://www.youtube.com/@hearttalk-drcharleslee or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-charleslee/ 

The Mediterranean Diet Revisited

The Mediterranean Diet is rated as the best overall and easiest to follow diet by US News & World Report. This diet is meant to be a life-style change – not a quick weight loss diet.

It is an easy diet to stay on as you can eat as much of the recommended food as you want.
 Lots of vegetables and fruits, whole grains, olive oil & nuts, fish & chicken. Red meat once a week and dairy 2-3 times a week…And you get to have a glass of red wine every day!


Listen to the podcast and learn more, There are lots of good recipes around the internet for Mediterranean Meals —- Try the Health.com website to start with here. To find out more about smoke points for cooking oils check out Baseline of Health & Wikipedia.

Reminder to Take Care of Your Hearing

This week’s show is a rebroadcast of one from the middle of 2019. I’m running it again because hearing and hearing loss is such an important subject, especially during this pandemic. We are all staying close to home and even more so for us older people. We are the ones who are most at risk for hearing loss and not getting it checked regularly and/or taken care of can make us more vulnerable to brain issues.

There are many studies showing that people with hearing loss who don’t get some kind of “intervention” such as a hearing aid or implant tend to have increased brain shrinkage and are more likely to develop dementia.

Hearing loss can be caused by ear wax or fluid buildup in the ear, by a punctured ear drum, various health issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, etc., and heredity / genetics. The long term effects of hearing loss can be self-isolation, faster decline of cognitive abilities, and as I said previously dementia.

Any one of those items should be enough of a reason to get your hearing checked on a regular basis or when you feel like you’re not hearing as well as you used to. The latter is what got me to go and I’ve been wearing a hearing aid for more than 3 years now - it made a big difference in my life and it could in yours as well.

For more information go to my website to read my blogpost Hearing Loss for Older Adults https://healthytipsafter50.com/hearing-loss-older-adults/

My guest this week is Anthony Beven - a Certified Blood Analyst, Detox Specialist, and wellness coach for chronically ill clients. He is also CEO of Detox Day Spa Nutritional Coaching which offers a mostly virtual coaching business model. Anthony started in the detox field (aka cellular-level regeneration) in 2017 after he reset and rebooted his own body due to back-to-back HIV and cancer diagnoses.

We talked about how he’s been working with clients to resolve and/or gain control of health issues related to digestive discomfort, natural weight less, parasitic infections, candida overgrowths, adrenal gland concerns, energy and sleep issues, among others. You’ll learn about the use and value of enzymes and supplements such as the protein powders that he’s personally developed. It was an interesting discussion.

You can learn more about Anthony and find out how to work with him by visiting:

Website     https://detoxdayspa.com/ 
Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/detoxdayspa   
LinkedIn    https://www.linkedin.com/in/virtualcoach/     

How Relaxation Makes You Healthier

My guest today is Jeff Kelton, PhD, self-described incessant wanderer and author of An Insider’s Guide to the Art of Deep Relaxation. We had a very good conversation about his background and grounding as a clinical psychologist, consultant, and nowTransformation Coach.

Jeff also created his own process where he guides “leaders, truth seekers, and creatives to find and use their “Inner GPS” to navigate their journey in life”. The process is called GlobalWalkabouts and he has had much success in helping people to gain a connection to self that “provides greater peace and inner knowing of what’s next in their lives”.

In our discussion Jeff shares what he has learned about himself and about serving others and particularly about the value of deep relaxation in the cultivation of Whole Body Presence. Relaxation is also a way that we can manage stress and any discomforts of daily living that people (particularly those of us over 50) are feeling. He has a Facebook Group that he invited all of you to join (I’m already a member) to discover more about the experience of truly relaxing. The group is called Art of Deep Relaxation and the link is https://www.facebook.com/groups/1640456862773196

Jeff’s book is available on Amazon (“An Insider’s Guide to the Art of Deep Relaxation” https://www.amazon.com/dp/1086230140/ but he offered to send a free PDF copy to anyone who sends an email referencing this podcast and requesting the PDF. The email address to use is globalwalkabouts@gmail.com And if anyone has questions or wants to get more information you can also contact Jeff at the same email to set up a time to have a chat and learn more.

Curious About Gray Hair?

Hair turns gray when the melanocyte cells stop being able to produce pigment called melanin. Interestingly the hair doesn’t actually turn gray - it’s white because it has no pigment. It just looks gray next to the hairs with color. Men get more gray hair than women and Caucasians get more than people of Asian and African descent.

Stress probably could make you go gray faster due to inflammation and free-radicals which affect the level of melanin. Smoking has been linked to premature graying because it also affects the melanin levels. Lastly, supplements aren’t of any value at this point to stop the graying of your hair.

For next week's show I'll have an interview with a health coach to talk about diet and healthy eating. Be sure to tune in and pick up some "healthy tips". As always check out my Healthy Tips After 50 website for more podcasts and some suggestions on products to support your good health. 

This week’s guest, Dr. Diana Salazar, is an Energetic Chiropractor specializing in gentle adjustments, proactive postural training and intuitive healing. Her goal is to help people feel better and learn how to take care of their unique bodies. She blends Reiki, energetic breath work with manual therapy and exercises to create an introspective mind-body-spirit experience.

We became quick friends when Zoom and/or we were having sound issues and we were both able to see the humor in our situation. After we got that taken care of we found that we shared a similar view that health involves a lot more than just your “numbers”. She wants her patients to increase their awareness of themselves and to feel better day to day and not just when they walk out of her office.

I’m sure you will enjoy listening to her refreshing view on her role as a chiropractor. If you’d like to learn more go to her website bodyinbalanceny.com

Where are you in the Happiness Curve?

• Are you in your 40's and wondering why life doesn't seem to be getting better even though you have everything you've worked so hard for?

• Are you in your 50's or 60's and feeling much happier with your life than you thought you would?

• Would you believe me if I told you that chimpanzees and orangutans have the same feelings and the same curve?

• Listen to my review of Jonathan Rauch's book The Happiness Curve to learn the answers to all of these questions.

• And then if you want to learn even more go buy the book...

The Happiness Curve by Jonathan Rauch

Leave me a comment and let me know if you liked this review.   

Be sure to check out my website for more HealthyTipsAfter50 podcasts and blogposts - https://HealthyTipsAfter50.com

Fighting Inflammation

Today’s show tries to sort through inflammation and the different kinds of inflammation - the kind that helps you heal, the kind that creates disease, and the kind that turns your body against itself. I talk about inflammatory and anti-inflammatory foods. And I also talk about how chronic stress can create inflammation and disease all by itself.

It’s pretty straight-forward in a kind of round-about way so hang in there to the end. And for anyone who is feeling particularly stressed I suggested that you get in touch and we can have a conversation about it. If you’re interested contact me at susan@healthytipsafter50.com and put Conversation in the subject.

Fitness Consistency and Mindset with Kelly Howard

This week’s guest is fitness coach Kelly Howard. Kelly is the Fitness Consistency Expert with a touch of Adventure and the author of FIT: Active & Ageless for Life. For over 25 years Kelly has helped thousands of women prioritize their fitness so they can feel great and have more fun in this second half of life. She invites women to adventure out of their comfort zones by trying new experiences they may have only dreamt of.

Together, we delve into the topic of perfection and the pressure it creates, highlighting the importance of exercise as a fundamental part of daily routine for both physical and mental well-being. Sharing their personal experiences with falls, Susan and Kelly underline the significance of balance, foot placement, and leg-strengthening exercises.

The discussion takes a deep dive into reevaluating goals for the new year, emphasizing the need to find a meaningful "north star" for physical activity rather than solely focusing on weight loss. They stress the importance of taking personal responsibility for health and well-being, offering practical tips and insights. Kelly brings a fresh perspective to fitness, emphasizing consistency and debunking the myth that physical and mental decline with age are inevitable.

This episode is packed with valuable insights and motivation for improving health and well-being after the age of 50. Join us for a conversation filled with inspiration and practical advice for leading a fulfilling and healthy lifestyle. To learn more about Kelly you can go to her website at https://fitisfreedom.com

And if you are interested in learning about Kelly’s Virtual Travel parties (sorry men but they’re for women only) click the following website link  —-   https://fitisfreedom.com/travel-party-rsvp-2024/   

In the latest episode of HTA50 our guest Dr. John Neustadt tells us about how certain medications can actually increase our risk of osteoporosis. We talk about how to protect bone health and explore safer alternatives to medications like anti-depressants, SSRI’s, and acid-blocking medications. We also explore the value of exercise, nutrition, and other holistic approaches to well-being and talk about Dr. Neustadt’s new book - Fracture-Proof Your Bones. His website has a lot of valuable information and products on many different areas of health. Check it out below!

This information is very valuable for both the women and men listening. Osteoporosis is not something that can easily be reversed and its effects are hard to watch and/or have. Today’s episode is a bit longer than usual so find a comfortable seat and soak up the good information provided!

You can contact Dr. Neustadt at his website.  https://www.nbihealth.com/ 

Or buy his new book on his website as well.  https://www.nbihealth.com/osteobook/ 

My guest today is David Greenwalt, a certified health coach, who has been coaching people for over 30 years. His interest in health & fitness started when he was 10 years old and he was determined to win the President’s Physical Fitness Award - which he did 2 years in a row. He became a police officer and owned a gym at the same time. From there he became a police fitness trainer and started a supplement company. 

That company grew to 45 employees and $7 million in revenue. Then the internet happened and he found that he could have a dialogue with his customers which led him to writing a book about getting healthy and losing weight. His book is called The Leanness Lifestyle and he’s created a program which helps people to implement the healthy lifestyles in his book. The program is called Leanness Lifestyle University and it has coaches, education, motivation, support, nutrition, exercise, and everything else you need to be successful.

Listen in to the conversation and if you’d like to get in touch with David you can go to his company’s website to learn all about the Leanness Lifestyle Program with a 2 week free trial —  https://lluniversity.com     

Talking Toxins With Dr. Cris

This show marks the return of Dr. Cris Azzola, a licensed naturopath in San Francisco. Cris is going to come on the show on a regular basis to talk about different topics.

We thought that talking about toxins and toxicity would be relevant after last year’s wild fires in so many parts of the US and the world, Covid-19, and the chance of more wildfires starting in the spring again. We also talked about environmental toxins and how our body does or doesn’t deal with those.

Cris talked about the different kinds of toxins, how our bodies deal with and clear toxins as well as how our bodies can get overloaded and overwhelmed (like during the fires). She also gave us some specifics about body organs and systems (like the hormonal system).

We talked about how to help clear toxins, how some supplements interact with each other which can cause toxic reactions, and be careful about self-prescribing to take clear toxins out of your body. Cris did a nice job summarizing our discussion and best take-aways from our conversation.

You can also find an informative (quick read) by Cris on Medium that’s called Detoxing After the 2020 Wildfires, you can read it here on Medium. To get in touch with Dr. Azzola you can go to her website www.DrAzzola.com or email her directly at Contact@DrAzzola.com

7 Blood Pressure Mistakes

• According to the American Heart Association these 7 mistakes could add up to 50 extra points to your Blood Pressure score

• As a result, you could be given medication that you do not need and should not be taking

• Most doctors and nurses make these mistakes when they take your Blood Pressure and they don't even know it

• Listen to today's Blood Pressure Podcast to learn these 7 Blood Pressure Mistakes for yourself !

• ==> Check out my Blood Pressure blog post for more information...

Tips to Stay Calm & Maintain Your Health

This podcast covers how to eat well, exercise, and use vitamins to bolster your health and keep it strong. Then there is a centering meditation along with some mindset exercises to keep you balanced and out of worry.

A few extra suggestions related to sleep, hand washing, and thankfulness for all of the medical workers, grocery workers, and others keeping our lives going during this stressful time.

All of these items can apply to our lives whether we are in the middle of a pandemic or not but I wanted to remind people that it’s important to ourselves and our loved ones to stay balanced, healthy, and calm.

Go to my website to find vitamin and book suggestions. Also, if you leave me a comment on my website or send me an email I will send you a link to an mp3 of the Love Place Meditation I go through in the podcast. 

Today’s guest, Susan Bratton, is a renowned expert in passionate lovemaking techniques and bedroom communication skills. As the CEO of two companies, Better Lover.com and The 20, she has dedicated the last few decades to publishing valuable resources on enhancing sexual experiences. Susan believes in the importance of understanding techniques to achieve desired results and pleasure while emphasizing communication and open dialogue about needs, desires, and feelings. 

In addition to her many publications (over 40 books), she also leads in the development of sexual vitality supplements through The 20, recognizing the three essential pillars of a healthy and satisfying sex life. With her expertise, Susan Bratton has become a trusted resource for individuals seeking to improve their intimate relationships. 

Today’s podcast interview is with Jeffrey Gross, M.D. a board-certified neurosurgeon who has expanded his practice to include anti-aging and cutting edge medicine. His bio from his website is below and I am including it because it’s a better summary than I could do on my own. I’m sure you’ll enjoy listening to our conversation as much as I did having it…

“Jeffrey Gross, M.D. turned down M.I.T. to study biochemistry and molecular cell biology at U.C. Berkeley.  His research and medical journal publications have been cited over 800 times.  After studying the complexities of the nervous system, and treating patients as neurosurgeon, he has returned to his roots in science by updating his training in regenerative medicine.  He practices at the leading edge of the biological sciences in an effort to help others with less dependence on pharmaceuticals or surgery.”

Dr. Gross’ website is https://recellebrate.com  --  there is more information there.

My guest today is Jen Rulon, an incredible athlete and coach with an inspiring journey to share. Jen is a 15-time Ironman athlete, former triathlon coach, author, and motivational speaker. But now, in her 50s, Jen is focused on aging well and being the best version of herself. She has shifted her mindset and no longer wants her identity to be defined solely by her athletic achievements. Today, Jen shares her journey, how she found strength training, and the transformative power of mindset after 50.

One day, while training in San Antonio, Jen had a mystical encounter with a swarm of yellow butterflies. She believed it was a sign from her late grandfather, reaffirming her purpose and giving her the strength to carry on. This experience shaped her perspective on life and helped her realize the importance of knowing your "why" and connecting it with physical and emotional well-being.

Join us as Jen shares her personal experiences, the importance of becoming the best version of yourself, and how physical health and mindset are key to long-term well-being. Get ready for an inspiring episode full of valuable tips and insights. Let's dive in!

You can connect with Jen at her website — www.jenrulon.com 

Dr. Lonnie Herman, an expert in relief from chronic pain and illness. Dr. Herman has developed a rapid health restoration system that is proving to be effective and safe for treating various chronic ailments and autoimmune diseases. In this episode, Dr. Herman shares some fascinating success stories of individuals who have experienced remarkable improvements in their conditions, such as asthma, allergies, brain fog, celiac disease, bladder incontinence, migraines, and even multiple sclerosis. We dive deep into the importance of identifying and addressing the root causes of diseases, as well as eliminating disease-causing infections and toxins from the body.

Dr. Herman's journey in healthcare started as a chiropractor, driven by his mother's encouragement to work for himself and have his own business. Today, he sees one to two patients per day, many of whom are desperate to begin treatment immediately. He discusses the protocol period of 3-4 months, followed by scheduled follow-up visits to monitor progress.

We also explore some thought-provoking topics, like the potential effects of numbing chemicals used during dental procedures on dopamine production in the brain. Dr. Herman sheds light on the long-lasting effects of anesthesia chemicals and delves into the presence of harmful chemicals in our environment and their impact on our wellbeing.

Additionally, we hear about a powerful case where a patient's life was transformed after being diagnosed with a new virus and exposed to harmful chemicals. With the help of Dr. Herman's customized protocol, this patient experienced significant improvements in their overall health and wellbeing. The challenges of finding effective treatments for diseases like Parkinson's are another topic on today's episode. Dr. Herman shares his frustration with the medical system and his dedication to finding alternative approaches based on extensive research.

Dr. Lonnie Herman's
RAPID HEALTH RESTORATION SYSTEM
954-370-3100  |  www.drlonnieherman.com

Self-Care for Heart Health

A study published in the journal Health Psychology that I read about was the spark for this podcast. The study had found a connection between self-care and self-compassion with heart health. More self-care & compassion created less plaque buildup on their heart’s carotid artery walls - a major risk for developing cardiovascular disease.

The results confirmed that practicing better self-care was good for your heart irrespective of other heart related issues which I talk about in the short podcast. It also identified 3 main obstacles to doing self-care which I also talk about. Listen in and learn a lot!

I also suggested that if any of you want to connect with me to learn how I changed my life by learning to practice self-care & compassion for myself you can reach out via email at susan@healthytipsafter50.com or on FB Messenger, Susan E Rosin. Be sure to put self-care in the subject line and I will know to reply quickly.

Good Posture for Strong Muscles

Posture-related muscle weakness and rigidity can develop as you get older. Poor posture can affect your balance, strength, and flexibility and lead to chronic pain. There are many exercises that can help to improve your posture. Not surprisingly yoga is good for improving your posture, it seems to be good for everything! Tai Chi is also good for you.

You want to strengthen your upper body, arms, back, and abdomen to help hold your torso erect. Get in the habit of checking your posture at all times, no matter what you’re doing, but especially when you are eating, at the computer, driving, standing in a line to checkout or buy something. Check your posture at various times of day until you find that you are doing it naturally and don’t need to adjust yourself anymore.

You can leave me comments, questions, and topic suggestions on my webpage Healthy Tips After 50 or on my Facebook Page. I very much enjoy hearing from all of you.