After decades of living, many older adults find themselves surrounded by years of accumulated possessions. Closets are packed, basements are full, and drawers hold things we may not have used in years. Deciding what to keep, donate, sell, or throw away can be overwhelming, especially when belongings carry memories and sentimental value. The key is to start small, focus on what you really need, and make room for the things that matter most today.

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Your smartphone is only useful if its battery lasts long enough to get you through the day. Fortunately, you don’t need a new phone or expensive accessories to keep it charged longer. A few simple changes to your settings and everyday habits can help extend battery life, reduce unnecessary charging, and keep your phone ready when you need it most.

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Some foods taste even better the next day, but did you know that certain leftovers may actually be healthier than when they’re freshly cooked? The secret lies in how some foods change as they cool and are stored. These changes can affect how your body digests them and how much you benefit from their nutrients. Can you guess which popular food gets a health boost after spending a night in the refrigerator?

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Getting a full night’s sleep doesn’t always mean you’ll wake up feeling rested. If you regularly feel tired, sluggish, or ready to go back to bed after seven or eight hours of sleep, something else may be going on. From poor sleep quality and stress to medications and underlying health problems, several factors can leave you exhausted despite spending enough time in bed. Understanding the possible causes can help you take steps toward waking up feeling more refreshed and ready for the day.

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Long before European artists painted with mummies, patients swallowed them. The practice grew partly from confusion over the word mumia, which referred to bitumen, the naturally occurring petroleum product once prized for its supposed healing properties. Because many Egyptian mummies were blackened and believed to contain bitumen, people began attributing the same medicinal powers to the bodies themselves. By the 12th century, powdered mummy was being sold in 

Europe as a treatment for bruises, bleeding, and numerous other ailments. Demand eventually inspired counterfeiters to pass off recently deceased people as ancient mummies. Suspicions that mummy medicine could spread plague helped discredit the medicine, although its use lingered into the 18th century.

 The Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced a 3.6 percent benefit increase for 2027. Social Security benefits include Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by $75 per month.

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Aging Like a Goddess

Aging doesn’t mean giving up on looking good, feeling good, or enjoying life. It means embracing who you are, taking care of yourself, and recognizing that confidence and beauty don’t have an expiration date. Aging Like a Goddess is about growing older with grace, strength, wisdom, and a healthy dose of self-confidence. Because getting older isn’t something to apologize for—it’s something to own.

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Common drugs older adults 

might be overusing

As we get older, managing medications can become more complicated. Some drugs that are helpful when taken as directed can cause serious problems when used too often, for too long, or in combination with other medications. Older adults are especially vulnerable to side effects and dangerous drug interactions. Knowing which common medications may be overused can help seniors protect their health, avoid unnecessary risks, and have more informed conversations with their doctors and pharmacists.

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7 Questions

 People Should Stop Asking 

Anyone Over 50

Turning 50 doesn’t mean you owe anyone an explanation about your age, appearance, lifestyle, or personal choices. Yet people over 50 often hear questions that are intrusive, insulting, or based on outdated ideas about getting older. Whether it’s comments about retirement, relationships, health, or how someone looks, some questions are better left unasked. Here are seven questions people should stop asking anyone over 50—and why a little more respect goes a long way.

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- The USPS is older than the United States.

The U.S. Postal Service traces its roots to 1775, when the Second Continental Congress appointed Benjamin Franklin as the first postmaster general. The Declaration of Independence came a year later.

-  It delivers to more than 170 million addresses.

The Postal Service serves homes and businesses across the country, including many remote rural communities that private delivery companies may find expensive to reach.

- It is not funded like most government agencies.

The USPS generally pays its operating expenses through postage, products and services rather than regular taxpayer appropriations for its everyday operations.

- Your mail may travel through highly automated facilities.

Modern postal processing centers use sophisticated machines to sort enormous volumes of letters and packages by address and destination before sending them on their way.

- Forever stamps really do last forever.

A Forever stamp purchased at today's first-class letter rate can be used to mail a standard, one-ounce domestic letter even after postage prices increase. You don't need to add extra postage just because the rate goes up.

Getting older isn’t all bad news. For many Americans, aging is beginning to pay off in ways they may not expect. From greater financial security and improved emotional well-being to more freedom to enjoy life, growing older can bring real advantages. While aginghas its challenges, there are good reasons to look at the years ahead with a more positive outlook.

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Daily multivitamin may 

enhance memory in older adults

Memory problems can become a growing concern as we get older, but new research offers a reason for optimism. Taking a daily multivitamin may help older adults maintain or improve their memory. While it is not a substitute for a healthy diet or medical care, this finding raises an important question: Could a simple daily supplement help support brain health as we age?

November may seem like an odd time to plant vegetables, but some crops do well when planted late in the fall for a spring harvest. For gardeners who want to get a head start on next year's growing season, planting now can bring an earlier supply of fresh vegetables. Here are eight vegetables to consider planting in November, along with tips to help them thrive.

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12 Underrated Cuts of Meat 

That Will Lower Your Grocery Bill

With grocery prices still putting pressure on household budgets, finding ways to save on meat can make a real difference. You don't have to give up beef, pork, or other favorites to spend less. Some lesser-known cuts are flavorful, versatile, and much cheaper than popular choices. Here are 12 underrated cuts of meat worth looking for the next time you shop.

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- Your liver performs more than 500 jobs.

 It helps process nutrients, filters harmful substances from the blood, produces important proteins, and supports digestion.

- Your liver can regenerate itself.

The liver is remarkable because it can regrow lost tissue after part of it is removed, provided enough healthy tissue remains.

- Your liver produces bile.

Bile is a digestive fluid that helps your body break down fats and absorb vitamins A, D, E, and K.

- Your liver stores energy for later use.

It stores sugar in the form of glycogen and releases it when your body needs energy, helping maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

- Liver disease can develop without obvious symptoms.

Some liver conditions cause few or no warning signs in their early stages. Regular medical checkups and appropriate blood tests can help identify problems before they become more serious.

A healthy-aging tip: Maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol, staying physically active, and keeping up with recommended vaccinations can help protect your liver as you age.