There are a variety of things you can do if you can’t sleep, and if you’re a true insomniac you’ve probably tried them all. But there may be something here that you haven’t tried for a while, or possibly never tried … or you may even have arrived at menopause, which can affect sleep badly. Talk to your doctor. If you have a condition such as  severe arthritis, chronic... 

  What are the things most women complain about in menopause? Hot flushes, mood swings, hot flashes, fatigue, mood swings, sleep problems hot flashes, weight gain and even more mood swings … I know, I keep repeating certain symptoms, but I just want to reinforce the idea that more women complain about mood swings and hot flushes/flashes, than any other symptom  … except weight gain... 

Photographer: Quinn DombrowskiIt’s a fact … as many as one in three adults over age 65 falls each year; results are not just limited to bruises, sprains and embarrassment, but can cause serious injury or even death. Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) can increase the chances of falling, because it often leads to weakening of the muscles that help provide balance and stability.... 

Photographer: Helen Mirren NewsAs time passes, our hair loses its pigment and turns grey. This makes your hair difficult to control – as the hair also becomes frizzy and wiry. This is why many women just throw up their hands and get a short haircut but not every woman wants to do this; especially not me!  Read More »

Photographer: Parker Michael KnightThe medical term for night sweats is ‘sleep hyperhidrosis.’ Sleep hyperhidrosis is described as being episodes of sweating during nighttime, which can range from mild to profuse.  Read More »

Photographer: Bianca LeeHot flushes are one of the symptoms of one of life’s great transitions, menopause. They can cause embarrassment by day and discomfort at night but there are ways to cope with one of the least welcome aspects of menopause.  Read More »