Naqi Ali 
You might notice it takes longer to bounce back from a common cold than it did a decade ago. Maybe a scratchy throat turns into a two-week ordeal, or you feel “run down” more often. It isn’t just in your head. After 50, your body’s natural defense system starts to slow down. Scientists call this … Read more
You wake up and your ankles feel like they need oiling. You look in the mirror and notice your skin doesn’t have its usual “snap.” It feels a bit thinner, maybe a bit more yellow than it used to be. Most people tell you this is just “getting older.” They say you should get used … Read more
Friday in January is officially known as Quitter’s Day. According to Data from the fitness app Strava, this is the exact moment when the majority of people abandon their resolutions. The initial “January High” that surge of excitement and caffeine fueled ambition has likely evaporated by now. You are left with the reality of work … Read more
It’s 10:00 PM. You just finished a long day, the house is finally quiet, and you’re settling in to relax. But then it hits a nagging urge to head to the kitchen. You aren’t actually hungry for a meal, but your brain is screaming for something crunchy, salty, or sweet. Before you know it, you’re … Read more