Read More at Sixty and Me [[{“value”:” The kids and the grandkids are in school, learning new things every day. But what should the rest of us do to keep our brains active and alert? We’ve all heard that we can reduce our chances of suffering from dementia in our golden years by eating right, maintaining our cardiovascular fitness through aerobic activities and weight training, and by exercising our brains. How do we exercise our brains? Well, it’s not just by doing crossword puzzles. Yes, crossword puzzles are good, but according to Dr. Marie Pasinski, a Harvard Medical School neurologist who wrote our book about boosting your brain power, they are more of a routine occupation than a brain exercise. Exercising your brain means doing things that are new and different such as learning to play a musical instrument or…
5 Easy Shakshuka Recipes That Bring Major Protein and Inflammation-Fighting Benefits to the Breakfast Table
Read More at Well+Good Once the weekend rolls around, your standard quick and easy scrambled eggs with a side of yogurt might not make the cut for brunch with friends. The best weekends, in my mind, are filled with four things: relaxation, a good book, catching up with friends, and a deliciously nourishing breakfast (or two). In addition to your chicken and waffles or eggs Benedict, shakshuka might also be one of your go-to favorites when it comes to weekend breakfast or brunch. The dish has North African roots, though its exact origin is unknown (and highly debated). Nowadays, this hearty dish is eaten in all parts of the world and is especially popular in the Middle East, particularly Israel. Shakshuka recipes are traditionally made with poached eggs in a sauce of tomatoes, olive oil, peppers, onion, garlic, and tons…
This Easy, In-Shower Hack Will Make Your Favorite Fragrance Last All. Day. Long.
Read More at Well+Good When you spritz on your favorite scent before a night out, that first whiff is intoxicating. But over the course of the evening, it starts to fade until there’s barely any detectable scent left—which is a total bummer, especially when you want to flaunt how amazing a newly-bought fragrance smells on your skin. According to Greta Pagel, the fragrance director at Good Chemistry, there are a few different factors that can cause your fragrance to fade. “Longevity is dependent upon fragrance type, composition, and even shifts in temperature and humidity in our environments and noses,” she says. In other words, certain scents are meant to last longer than others (for example, something with “rich, lasting base notes” like amber, vanilla, and musk will last longer than a light floral; and “eau de parfums” tend to last…
’I’m a Sephora Beauty Director, and These Easy Tricks Keep My Makeup in Place for 12+ Hours in 90-Degree Heat’
Read More at Well+Good The shift into late summer signals that it’s time to switch up your makeup routine, and one of the most notable challenges during these transitional months when temperatures are still (somehow) sticky-hot is getting makeup to stay in place throughout the day. “Sometimes it’s hot and humid, other days can be blustery,” says Helen Dagdag, a national artist with Sephora Collection. “Popping on an extra layer can accidentally swipe away your makeup, and humidity can melt it away as well.” In order to ensure that your makeup lasts all day—whether it’s 65 degrees or 95—Dagdag says it’s best to “prep for all elements” so your look stays flawless for rain, shine, or anything in between. 1. Prep your skin A solid makeup routine starts with skin care, because you want to make sure your complexion is healthy, hydrated,…