Women Special

Do you have a teen in your life? If so you know how hard they can be to buy gifts for. Trends for teens seem to change every day. By the time you think you have a gift that they would like they’ve already moved on to the next big thing! That’s why we’ve put together a list of 10 Hannukah or Christmas gifts for teenagers. We asked the teens in our lives what they would actually like to receive this year, so you can give gifts you’ll know they’ll use and love. Gifts for Teenage Boys Tech Anything To make their eyes pop, gift any of the latest iPhones  X-11 or an Apple watch . A laptop or tablet of any kind is going to score big. Just assume it will get lost, stolen or broken within the year. So consider eBay or Gazelle to buy used and / or buy the insurance! Note…any new apple product you buy will score them a year’s subscription to AppleTV+ , so it’s like gifting two items in one. But for something completely different…. Oculus Quest VR Headset – All in one The wow facto...

If you don’t live in a major city or along the coast, it can be pricey to get fresh fish. And factoring in shelf life and tricky cooking methods, it can seem like a waste of money if you’re not planning on preparing it ASAP. Thankfully, if you’re looking to take advantage of the nutritious, inflammation-fighting benefits of fish, there’s always canned tuna. And as convenient as this shelf-friendly food is, there’s gotta be a catch somewhere. Is it actually healthy? Isn’t it loaded with mercury? You’d be surprised to learn the answers! Keep reading to learn more about the many health benefits of tuna.  The Many ( Many) Benefits Of Tuna There are tons of benefits to eating tuna, from eye health to aiding weight loss. Here are the many reasons why you may want to add more of these non-perishable cans to your pantry the next time you hit the grocery store aisles.  Tuna is heart-healthy. Tuna contains high levels of omega-3 fatty acids to bring balance into the blood vessels...

Dread is not too strong a word to describe the feelings that many of us have about the winter season that is about to start. The COVID virus itself and the resulting disease is reason enough for this dread and there is not much we as individuals can do about that except to follow all the good advice on staying safe. However, there are two other major depressing impacts of COVID-19. One is the effect that all the uncertainty and ever-changing limitations and restrictions are having on our mental health . The other, once we take a slightly longer view, is the harm that the pandemic has done to the economy and with it our financial prospects. So how do you get through a COVID winter?  Worrying about hanging on to your sanity and about your economic circumstances can really leave you in the dumps. But we can do something about both these challenges. What To Do About COVID-Related Depression This Winter What can we do to avoid slipping into a deep, dysfunctional depression when we ha...

Skincare routines are as different as snowflakes can be: It seems that no two routines are exactly alike. It’s no wonder since today’s world offers up seemingly endless skincare products that promise to help with varying concerns such as anti-aging . The options can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start! So regardless of what your skincare routine looks like, we’re here to help save the day with this collection of must-have benefits in your skincare. Anti-Wrinkle Hero Retinol When it comes to anti-aging products, there is definitely no shortage of companies and products promising to turn back the clock. As with almost anything, some products are amazing and deliver on their promises, while some products may fall a bit short of your expectations. The major must-have ingredient in any anti-wrinkle product though is retinol . This rock star brings multiple benefits to the table, including help in the fight against wrinkles. You’ll want to take it slow if you’ve never used r...

The answer flashed across my mind as an enamored couple sailed off in the final scene of a romance movie, “That’s it! Sailing in the San Juan Islands.” I had been searching for an adventurous vacation in the United States after our trip to Italy canceled. A simple one-day drive would land me sailing in the San Juan Islands. Donning my researchers’ cap, I began to scour the internet for information. Focusing on cruising, I discovered Anacortes Yacht Charters offered power and sail charters while NW Explorations manage power charters. However, one company stood out above the rest called San Juan Sailing for sail fleets, powerboats, and stateroom rentals where they do not try to be the biggest, but passionately want to be the best. Personal notes from owners of the sailboat Imagine , a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 in the fleet, confirmed what I suspected. They asserted, “Having tried several different charter companies around the San Juan’s, when we discovered San Juan Sailing, we were bl...

Getting into the gym is an accomplishment in and of itself, right? Right. But what you do once you hit the mat or bench is just as important. There is significant research to attest to the importance of strength training for women over 50 — improved bone density and resistance to injuries, boosted mood, and elevated muscle mass, to start. But how you build that muscle is important too. No matter how much weight you are lifting, the technique is important. And paying attention to each part of the movement is key. Enter eccentric versus concentric movement. In simplified terms, concentric movement is the windup or contraction of an exercise, while eccentric movement is the release or lengthening of the muscle. Both movements are considered isotonic exercises, meaning that the muscles are changing length rather than static. For example, take a shoulder press. Pressing the weight up above your head is the concentric motion. It’s also what you focus on. Lowering the weight back down wi...

One of the most beloved Christmas traditions is opening stockings. In my family, everyone has beautiful and custom needlepoint stockings (which make a great gift in themselves when someone joins the family!). We stuff each one full of goodies and lay them on the end of everyone’s bed in the morning before they wake up. When the kids were little this was a great way to get a few minutes to set everything up. But now it’s just a cherished tradition. Since stockings are so important we’re always looking for unique stocking stuffer ideas. We’ve pulled some of our past favorites and items trending for this year so you can give everyone on your nice list something they’ll love and use! Stocking Stuffer Ideas Stocking Stuffers For Him Bomba’s Men’s Dress Calf Sock , $15 A little shorter than normal dress socks, hitting mid-calf. That makes these a little more casual, but with all the same comfort innovations and sock tech as our regular dress socks. TRUFF Hot Sauce 4-Pack Mini Set , $2...