by Teresa Jepsen | Feb 4, 2026 | Blog, Newsletter
Food pyramid now puts vegetables, meats and cheese at the top. Here’s how it impacts older adults stock photo By Kristen Fischer, \AARP 13 Published January 08, 2026 Eat more protein, don’t fear full-fat dairy, limit ultra-processed foods, stick with...
by Teresa Jepsen | Feb 4, 2026 | Blog, Newsletter
Age and other risk factors can contribute to increasing numbers that are often detected only by a blood test Benjamin Currie By Kimberly Goad, AARP Published February 04, 2026 High cholesterol can be sneaky. Similar to other conditions that raise your risk for...
by Teresa Jepsen | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog, Newsletter
stock photo Key Points Social Security recipients received a 2.8% boost to their monthly benefits to compensate for inflation. The wage base limit — the top amount on which there is a payroll tax — increased by $8,400. Early claimers can now earn more from...
by Teresa Jepsen | Jan 7, 2026 | Blog, Newsletter
‘I’m really grateful,’ the legendary actor said Michelle Pfeiffer attends the 49th Annual AFI Life Achievement Award Honoring Nicole Kidman at Dolby Theatre on April 27, 2024 in Hollywood, California. Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Discovery By Andre...
by Teresa Jepsen | Jan 7, 2026 | Blog, Newsletter
How to fulfill goals to build savings, trim spending and more Getty Images By Aly J. Yale, AARP / Published January 06, 2026 While many people focus on making healthy New Year’s resolutions like losing weight or exercising more, older...