Category Archives: Health & Fitness

Witch Hazel May Work Wonders on Your Skin

For hundreds of years, various cultures have used plants to help alleviate symptoms of different illnesses that people are experiencing. One prime example of a plant that has consistently remained in use is witch hazel. Originally utilized by Native Americans, this plant has gained a reputation for helping soothe pain in various situations. What Is… Read More »

A New Direction

Photo Credit Jacopo Colombo/Getty Images As some readers have already discovered, The Times is discontinuing publication of The New Old Age blog. I join many of you in disappointment — but, to paraphrase Mark Twain, reports of its death have been exaggerated. The blog, founded in 2008 by Jane Gross and anchored by me since… Read More »