“There seems to be a widening gap between what we all expect we’re going to need and what we actually have,” 

 $1.46 million is merely a savings “guidepost” for Americans to target. But it’s a guidepost that’s been steadily increasing — just four years ago in 2022 it was recommended Americans have $1.25 million stashed away before retirement.

Nearly half of Americans are afraid they’re being too frugal and not enjoying retirement as much as they should. It’s normal to be scared to spend in retirement. Today, we address this common fear, with 7 practical tips to learn to enjoy your money.

Many people wonder whether they’re “too old” to get divorced. The answer is no.

In fact, divorce among adults over 50, often referred to as a gray divorce, has become increasingly common. While overall divorce rates have declined, more individuals are choosing to end long-term marriages later in life and pursue a different future.

You’d think bullies are only people that we’d deal with when we're children and teenagers. However, it just isn't the case. In fact, As much as we don't want to believe it, we didn't leave bullies in our childhood. This guide will teach you how to deal with adult bullies in a mature way.

Retirement is not the end of anything. It is actually the beginning. But without a plan, the days can start to blur together faster than you might expect. That is where a bucket list comes in. Having a set of goals gives your days structure and real purpose. And the best lists mix big adventures with quieter pleasures, so you are never feeling pushed too hard. Here are 20 ideas to get yours started.

Psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, is best known for its ties to 1960s counterculture. But now it may also herald a new genre of mental health treatment. From severe depression to post-traumatic stress disorder, studies have highlighted psychedelic drugs’ ability to reshape brain networks and relieve debilitating symptoms.

It’s been a long time since those of us here in the Northeast have had a stretch of days where the temperature stayed at 90 degrees or higher. And New York City hadn’t hit the 100-degree mark since 2012. So much for anyone who says climate change only works one way.

I’m sure a lot of us remember when hardly anyone had even heard the term "climate change," let alone argued about it. Back when I was a kid, summer was simply...hot. You didn't overthink it. The bigger problem was that there weren't many ways for the average family to escape the heat. Air conditioning wasn't common, and you just learned to live with those long, sticky summer days.

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          On average, human body temperature in the US has dropped from 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit by about 0.05 degrees every decade since the 19th century, likely due to better health and living conditions that reduce inflammation, bringing down core body temperature.

          

          Analysis from Stanford University, published in 2023, suggests that Americans have normal temperatures ranging from 97.3 degrees to 98.2 degrees, with an overall average of 97.9 degrees.

          On average, human body temperature in the US has dropped from 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit by about 0.05 degrees every decade since the 19th century, likely due to better health and living conditions that reduce inflammation, bringing down core body temperature.

          

A new research letter unveiled a “heart age” calculator that suggests most Americans’ hearts are aging faster than their chronological age.

Physical activity and eating heart-healthy foods are some of the best ways to preserve your heart’s biological age.

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How lifelong learning 

helps older adults 

stay sharp and connected

By Panashe Matemba-Mutasa

As America’s population ages, researchers are increasingly examining whether continued learning can help older adults be independent, confident, and increase social connection and purpose. A growing body of research suggests that challenging the mind with new skills, ideas and experiences helps support brain health, build cognitive reserve and promote healthy aging.

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Scientists Say 

a Daily Probiotic 

May Help Fight 

Depression in 

Older Adults

By Wiley

A new study suggests that altering the gut microbiome with probiotics may provide additional benefits for older adults being treated for depression. Older adults with moderate depression who took a probiotic supplement alongside standard antidepressant treatment reported somewhat greater improvements in depression and anxiety symptoms than those who received a placebo. 

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How Audiobooks 

Affect Your Brain

By Makai Elías Calles

Scientists can now watch what happens inside the brain as it takes in a story, whether through the eyes or the ears.

Here’s what they found.

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Rare genetic clue 

linked to 

healthy aging 

found in 

long-lived families

Researchers have long known that exceptional longevity often runs in families and is linked to a later onset of chronic illnesses. However, the genetic factors that help protect these families remain poorly understood.

One standout mutation appears to temper inflammation, potentially delaying disease and extending years of healthy living.

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Yale study finds 

nearly half 

of older adults 

improved with age

The study found that many older adults actually improve over time, and their beliefs about aging may play an important role in those gains. The findings suggest that improvement in later life is far more common than many people realize.

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Why Older Adults 

Need To Pay 

Closer Attention 

to Vitamin B12

By Martin Warren

Despite decades of research, vitamin B12 deficiency remains common, particularly among older adults, vegans, vegetarians, and people with conditions that affect absorption. Some people do not consume enough B12 because it is naturally found mainly in foods from animals, including meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Others struggle to absorb it properly.

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Why LEGO May Be 

One of the Best 

Hobbies for Seniors

Researchers and clinicians are taking a serious look at what LEGO building can do for older adults. And the findings are worth knowing about.

To put a set together, your brain has to follow instructions, plan ahead, solve problems, and figure out how pieces fit in three dimensions. That kind of active engagement works several areas of the brain at once.

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How “Gramping” 

Is Helping 

Grandparents 

Connect With 

Their Grandkids

By Rebekah Brandes

Late last month, dozens of kids and their grandparents set up camp in Southern California’s Dos Picos County Park for a weekend of arts and crafts, s’mores, games, and nature. They were partaking in a free annual “gramping” event run by officials in San Diego County, where some 18,000 grandparents are raising their grandchildren. 

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Top Reasons 

Why Weight Loss 

Gets Harder 

as You Age

As we age, it seems like the weight we once easily shed now clings to us a little longer, despite our best efforts. Many of us find ourselves wondering: Why is it harder to lose weight as I get older? The answer is complex, involving shifts in metabolism, hormones, muscle mass, and lifestyle. 

Most of my friends and relatives have done pretty well financially, and honestly—good for them. They’ve worked hard and deserve to enjoy the perks of getting older without stressing about money. A lot of them are married, have two retirement checks coming in, own their homes, and are mostly in good health.

But for those of us who aren’t married anymore, took big hits from medical bills insurance didn’t cover, and rely on Social Security as our only income… it hasn’t gone as well.

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- More than 2,500 years ago, Persians developed the "qanat" a network of underground tunnels that carried water from mountains to dry regions without pumps. Some qanats are still operating today. 

- The Dasht-e Lut Desert in southeastern Iran has recorded some of the highest land-surface temperatures ever measured on Earth, exceeding 150°F (65°C) in some satellite observations.

- The famous fluffy Persian cat traces its origins to ancient Persia (modern Iran). Long-haired cats from the region were brought to Europe in the 1600s and became the foundation of the breed. 

- People have lived in the region for thousands of years. Some archaeological sites in Iran date back more than 7,000 years, making it one of humanity's oldest centers of civilization.

- Iran produces some of the world's finest pistachios, saffron, and caviar. In fact, the nearby Caspian Sea has long been one of the world's most important sources of caviar. ([iranpress.com][3])

- The word "checkmate" in chess comes from the Persian phrase *"Shah Mat,"* meaning "the king is helpless" or "the king is defeated."