Erykah Badu doesn’t chase youth — Here’s why it works

Inside the fearless new album and tour turning a milestone birthday into a movement. Under a Michigan sky easing into autumn, Erykah Badu took the stage in Sterling Heights this week as part of a run she's simply calling LIVE — a 13-city trek that opened at Ravinia and closes September 29 at the Hollywood…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 14, 20260Comments

Sex

Study: Why having sex too young might age you faster

New research links the age of a person's first sexual encounter to how fast their body ages — and the findings might make you rethink everything you thought you knew about growing up too soon. Science has a knack for connecting dots we never expected to see linked, and the newest example comes from a…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 9, 20260Comments

Health

4 Habits doctors say are quietly speeding up aging

Skip the miracle serums—longevity experts say these everyday routines matter more for how well you actually age. Sitting for most of the day and skimping on sleep can quietly undermine long-term health Chronic stress and a diet heavy in ultra-processed foods can speed up the body's aging process Small, steady adjustments—not dramatic…

ByDempsey May AyucoSeptember 8, 20260Comments

Skincare

7 simple sun safety habits for younger looking skin

Summer often brings long afternoons outdoors, trips to the beach and plenty of opportunities to soak up the sunshine. For some people, those warm weather moments also come with the goal of developing a tan. But while bronzed skin may be associated with summer, intentionally spending time in the sun to change your skin tone…

ByDorcas OnasaSeptember 5, 20260Comments

Skincare

Over 50 with a crepey neck? Experts reveal this fix

Dermatology insiders reveal the smart moves that keep crepey skin and stubborn lines in check. The neck rarely gets the same attention as the face in a skincare routine, yet it's often the first place age quietly shows up. Thinner skin, fewer oil glands and a near-constant range of motion make this area especially vulnerable…

ByDempsey May AyucoAugust 27, 20260Comments

Skincare

Collagen loss is real, but here’s what actually works

Your skin has a whole team working behind the scenes to keep you glowing — here's how to help it stay on the job You've mastered the protein game when it comes to your smoothies and post-workout snacks. But there's a protein conversation happening on your face that deserves just as much attention: collagen. This…

ByDempsey May AyucoAugust 18, 20260Comments

Body

5 reasons your body scent changes as you age

As people get older, subtle changes in natural body scent can become more noticeable. While the phenomenon has long been associated with aging, scientists say there is no single explanation for the familiar musty or grassy aroma that some people associate with older adults. Part of the answer can be found in changes that happen…

ByDorcas OnasaAugust 15, 20260Comments

Sex

Why sex may ease 5 common menopause symptoms

Menopause often arrives with an unwelcome side effect: a dip in desire at the exact moment doctors say staying sexually active could actually help. New research suggests that regular intimacy, whether with a partner or on one's own, may ease some of the most common symptoms tied to this life stage, including poor sleep and…

ByDorcas OnasaAugust 14, 20260Comments

Wellness

Back sleeping could be the simple fix your aging body needs

Why the position you fall asleep in matters more than ever after 40 — and how to make the switch stick There's a quiet shift happening in how your body handles sleep as you age, and most people never notice it. Younger adults roll and adjust position roughly 27 times a night. By the time…

ByDempsey May AyucoAugust 6, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

Eggs may hold a hidden secret to a sharper mind

New research suggests this everyday breakfast staple may help protect memory as you age. Eggs have had quite the reputation rollercoaster. First they were cholesterol villains, then protein powerhouses, and now they're stepping into an entirely new role: potential brain protectors. A recent large-scale study has reignited the conversation, this time linking regular egg consumption…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 22, 20260Comments

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Erykah Badu doesn’t chase youth — Here’s why it works

Study: Why having sex too young might age you faster

4 Habits doctors say are quietly speeding up aging

7 simple sun safety habits for younger looking skin

Over 50 with a crepey neck? Experts reveal this fix

Collagen loss is real, but here’s what actually works

5 reasons your body scent changes as you age

Why sex may ease 5 common menopause symptoms

Back sleeping could be the simple fix your aging body needs

Eggs may hold a hidden secret to a sharper mind

What couples therapy can teach us about love

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