A gerontocracy is a form of rule in which leaders are significantly older than most of the population. There is much evidence that our government is run by and serves the interests of older Americans.  At least 20 members of Congress are over 80. The average ages in the

 US House and Senate are 58 and 64, respectively. Only 6% of Congress is under 40. Meanwhile, the median age in the US is 39. In terms of age, Congress does not represent the electorate.

As you age, you’ll likely experience some changes in your blood glucose levels too. Some older people may see more frequent spikes, putting them at risk of developing diabetes. In fact, according to the CDC, about 29.2% of people older than 65 have diabetes. Your body’s ability to produce insulin naturally decreases over time. This often leads to a rise in blood glucose levels, which in turn increases your risk of developing things like heart disease and stroke.

A new study reports that loneliness does not accelerate mental decline in older adults. While people who are lonely performed worse on initial memory tests but showed the same rate of memory decline as those who did report loneliness over the course of a seven-year period. 

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) included a new tax deduction for seniors. It stated “Eligible filers can get a $6,000 tax break.” However, the new deduction doesn't apply to everyone, and it also doesn't get rid of taxes on Social Security.

Older adults are using virtual reality to counter social isolation. While VR products are often used in group settings within aging communities, they’re also found in memory care units, stroke rehabilitation centers and cancer clinics.

Would you think about moving to a country with five weeks of paid vacation each year? One that gives cheap or free health care to all? Offers a full year of paid leave for new moms and dads? And pays for college tuition too? It feels like a fantasy. But it's real life in Norway. This nation puts work-life balance first. Workers there get at least 25 vacation days paid by law. Parents split 49 weeks of paid leave after a baby arrives. Health care costs little out of pocket. Universities charge no tuition for most students.

Continue reading >>

Read more

Read more

Read more

Read more

Read more

Showering during a thunderstorm can be dangerous because lightning can travel through plumbing systems, especially in homes with metal pipes or water lines connected to the ground. If lightning strikes your house or nearby infrastructure, the electrical current can move through the pipes and into the water, creating a risk of electric shock while you’re in contact with it. Although the chances are relatively low, the potential consequences are serious enough that experts recommend avoiding activities like showering, washing dishes, or using faucets during a storm, and waiting until it has fully passed to stay safe.

There' too many of us

In 2026, the oldest baby boomers will turn 80.  are far from ready. According to the National Council on Aging, roughly 80%

 of households with adults age 60 and older lack the resources to cover long-term care costs or weather a financial emergency, exposing a widening longevity readiness gap.

////

You walk into the kitchen with total confidence. You had a reason. A good one. And then, nothing. It’s gone the moment you cross the threshold.

Sound familiar? You are far from alone. And before you spend another second worrying about it, here’s something reassuring: there’s a perfectly logical explanation for why this keeps happening.

\\\\

Many of us have lived a long and prosperous life and now it's time to figure out who's going to benefit from my good fortune. However, there are many factors to consider when it comes time to start or update your estate. 

Here are 5 of those to consider...

////

Not quite ready to retire full time? Are you thinking of working part time and still collect Social Security? 

Individuals who plan to work during retirement while collecting Social Security must be aware of specific regulations that can affect their monthly income. A key consideration is an annual earnings limit that applies to those who have claimed benefits before reaching their full retirement age. 

\\\\

You've tried retirement, and it sucks. maybe you need and Encore Career.

What Exactly Is an Encore Career?

An encore career is not just another job, it’s a shift. It’s work that feels more aligned with who you are now, not who you were earlier in your career. The key is that it feels purposeful and intentional.

Soaring inflation affects everyone significantly. Nowadays, we are all managing with less.

We are driving less, traveling less, and entertaining less. Sadly, we are also eating less. This isn't about the number of calories we take in, but rather the quality of the food we consume. We are neglecting our bodies' needs for a healthy lifestyle and not providing ourselves with a recommended balance of nutritious foods. Instead, we are cutting back on what we (older individuals) require the most, which is protein for muscle building, and choosing cheaper, more filling carbohydrates like potatoes, pasta, rice, and bread.

Continue reading>>

Read more

Read more

Read more

Read more

 Read more

The first genuine instant coffee powder emerged in 1889, created by David Strang, a spice merchant in Invercargill, New Zealand. He developed a ‘Dry Hot-Air’ method that removed water from coffee by blowing heated air over it, likely using a spice dryer he’d patented a few years earlier. While hot air dehydration had been used in France since 1795 to dehydrate foods like pasta for commercial sale, Strang was the first to apply it to coffee.