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Ideas for Looking and Feeling Your Best

Personal experiences, practical tips, and things I’m learning about skincare, beauty, healthy living, fitness, wellness, and taking care of ourselves as we get older.

Woman adjusting the bedroom thermostat before sleep.

Wellness

What Is the Best Temperature for Sleep? How to Find Your Perfect Setting

What is the best temperature for sleep? Learn the recommended bedroom temperature, why your bed can still feel hot, and simple ways to sleep cooler.

Woman sleeping comfortably in bed at night.

Wellness

How to Sleep Better After 40: 9 Simple Habits for Better Sleep

Sleep changing in your 40s? Learn why sleep can become more difficult with age and discover 9 simple habits that may help you sleep better.

Wellness

Why Do I Wake Up Hot at Night? Causes and Simple Ways to Sleep Cooler

Waking up hot at night? Learn common reasons you may get hot while sleeping, the difference between overheating and night sweats, and simple ways to sleep cooler.

Woman considering a premium high-powered blender in a bright home kitchen.

Juicing & Smoothies

Is a Vitamix Worth It? What to Know Before You Buy

Is a Vitamix worth the money? Learn what it does better than a regular blender, who may benefit from one, and what to consider before you buy.

Woman using a high-powered blender to prepare healthy homemade foods including soup, hummus, nut butter and pesto.

Juicing & Smoothies

What Can You Make in a Vitamix? 10 Healthy Ideas Beyond Smoothies

What can you make in a Vitamix besides smoothies? Discover 10 practical ideas including soups, hummus, nut butter, dressings, sauces and frozen fruit desserts.

Woman making a healthy smoothie with berries, greens and nutritious ingredients in a bright kitchen.

Juicing & Smoothies

Healthy Smoothies for Women Over 40: What to Add and Why

Discover what to add to healthy smoothies for women over 40, including protein, fiber, healthy fats, berries, greens and simple nutritious ingredients.

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Cleaner Living

Glass vs. Plastic Food Storage: Is It Really Worth Switching?

Is glass really better than plastic for storing food? Here's why I prefer glass when it's practical, especially for foods I'm going to reheat, without throwing away everything I already own.

Women in their 30s, 40s and 50s with healthy, radiant looking skin.

Beauty & Skincare

How to Get Younger Looking Skin: What Actually Makes a Difference

Younger looking skin isn’t about making your skin look 20 again. Here’s what I think actually matters for keeping skin healthy, smooth, hydrated, bright and well cared for.

Woman in her 40s looking healthy, confident and naturally youthful outdoors.

Beauty & Skincare

How to Look Younger Naturally: What Actually Makes a Difference

Looking younger naturally isn’t about trying to look 20 again. Here’s what I think actually makes a difference, from skincare and sleep to strength, energy, hair and your smile.

Woman in her 40s experiencing an afternoon energy slump at home.

Wellness

Why Am I So Tired in My 40s? Common Reasons Women Have Less Energy

Feeling more tired in your 40s? I’m sharing what I’ve noticed about my own energy, sleep and perimenopause, plus some common reasons women may feel more tired.

Woman over 40 strength training with dumbbells at home.

Fitness

Strength Training for Women Over 40: How to Start and Get Stronger

New to strength training after 40? Here's how to start simply, choose the right resistance and gradually build strength for everyday life.

Women in their 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s staying active together on a wooded hiking trail.

Fitness

How to Stay Fit After 40: Simple Ways to Stay Strong and Active

Staying fit after 40 doesn't have to mean living at the gym. Here are simple ways to stay strong, active and mobile while doing more of the things you enjoy.

Woman comparing a glass of fresh juice with a smoothie.

Juicing & Smoothies

Juicing vs. Smoothies: Which Is Better for You?

Juicing vs. smoothies: what's really the difference? Learn how they compare for fiber, nutrients, fullness, sugar and digestion, and when I choose each one.

Woman drinking fresh green juice during a 21 day juice cleanse.

Juicing & Smoothies

I Tried a 21 Day Juice Cleanse: What Happened and What I Learned

I completed a 21 day juice cleanse and documented the experience. Here's what happened to my hunger, cravings, weight and energy, and what I think about juice fasting now.

Woman making fresh green juice with fruits and vegetables in her kitchen.

Juicing & Smoothies

Juicing for Beginners: How to Start, What to Juice and Easy Recipes to Try

New to juicing? Here's how I would start, including what fruits and vegetables to use, how to make vegetable juice taste good and three easy recipes to try.

Woman doing facial exercises as part of her skincare and aging skin routine.

Beauty & Skincare

Does Face Yoga Work? What Facial Exercises Can and Can't Do for an Aging Face

Does face yoga really work? Here's what research says about facial exercises for wrinkles, sagging skin and cheek fullness, plus why I include them in my own routine.

Woman applying cooling eye patches while looking in her bathroom mirror.

Beauty & Skincare

How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes: What I Do When My Eyes Look Tired and Swollen

Wake up with puffy eyes? Learn common causes of under eye puffiness, simple ways to reduce it, what I do, and why some under eye bags need a different approach.

Woman following her morning skincare routine with skincare products arranged at a bathroom vanity.

Beauty & Skincare

Skincare Routine Order: What Goes First in the Morning and at Night?

Confused about what order to apply your skincare products? Here’s how I organize my morning and nighttime routine, from cleanser and toner to serum, moisturizer and SPF.

Woman using a facial dry brush as part of her skincare and exfoliation routine.

Beauty & Skincare

How Often Should You Exfoliate Your Face? What Women Over 30 Should Know

How often should you exfoliate your face? It depends on your skin and how you exfoliate. Here’s what women over 30 should know about finding the right balance.

Woman looking at her skin in the bathroom mirror as part of her skincare routine in her 40s.

Beauty & Skincare

Skincare in Your 40s: What I’ve Changed in My Own Routine

My skincare routine hasn’t necessarily become more complicated in my 40s, but my focus has changed. Here’s what I’m doing differently for puffiness, firmness, moisture, and healthy-looking skin.

Woman in a white robe touching her face beside skincare products in a bright bathroom.

Beauty & Skincare

Skincare Routine for Beginners: Where to Start When You Don’t Know What You Need

Skincare can feel overwhelming when you’re just starting. Here’s how to build a simple routine around the basics your skin actually needs.

Woman applying moisturizer to her hands as part of a hand-care routine.

Beauty & Skincare

How to Make Your Hands Look Younger: My Simple Hand-Care Routine

Our hands can show signs of aging too. Here’s the simple routine I use to exfoliate, moisturize, protect, and care for my hands as I get older.