9 Health Secrets for Women Over 50 As of December 10, 2021…I joined the “I’m freaking 50 years old” club!! As of 2020, life expectancy for women in the United States is 80.5 years, and you may live much longer than that. Taking care of your health can help you to celebrate more birthdays and increase the quality of your life. You probably know that women tend to live longer than men. However, you may be surprised to learn that women are at higher risk for many conditions that are common in old age. That includes cataracts, Alzheimer’s disease, and stroke. Lifestyle changes and medical care can help prevent and treat many of these issues. Discover health secrets that women over 50 need to know. Dealing with Menopause The average age of menopause is 51. This natural decline in reproductive hormones affects your body in many ways. Symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats can last for several years or more, but usually decrease in frequency and intensity over time. Currently, I am going to bed freezing with a hoodie and knit hat on, and waking up at 4pm in a pool of sweat thinking I just did laps at the local ‘Y’. (This is the “hat” I sleep in at night.) These strategies can help you to deal with the symptoms of menopause:Fight weight gain. Many women notice their body weight ...

You just started using Instagram and you’re ready to give up because your head is spinning and you can’t figure it all out…sound familiar?? IG has been driving people batty for the past few years because the “algorithm” is constantly changing! BUT, it’s here to stay and IG can be a huge part of your marketing plan and strategy. IG makes it difficult to grow at times, but if you stop focusing on the numbers, and start focusing on content, you’re already ahead of the game! So, with that, here are some tips and tricks to help you become IG Fabulous!!  #1 Be a Storyteller There are many times I scroll through IG and see pretty pictures, with little or no captions. For example, I may see a picture of a cat, and the caption reads, “my cat”…First thing I think is…DUH!!Not that there’s anything wrong with posting a picture of your cat sleeping by a window, but what’s the point? What ‘feeling’ are you trying to tap into? Why would someone care?Here’s how you can change that…tell a story in your caption, like: “Check out Finster basking in the sun. It reminds me that I have to take time to savor the sweet, soft moments in life. There are days I just go, go, go…I need to be more like Finster. Do you ever feel this way?” Boom! You ...

OLPR – LEATHER CAMERA STRAP, UNBOXING & ReviewHow lucky am I to be given the opportunity to test out an amazing product by a new company here in the USA!! (and, one of my FAVE states…North Carolina!!) It all started in the Ukraine…when these four creative’s decided to take their passion on the road. They crafted leather goods and since most of their customers (of whom love fine leather products) were in the US, and shipping was taking too long, they decided to move to the States!! Their company is located in Mooresville, NC. Their workshop is part of the buildings that belonged to the historic Mooresville Cotton Mills. What a way to bring textiles back!! Love it!!They sell items from camera straps, to wallets, watch straps, aprons, passport covers, pet supplies…just to name a few! My initial thoughts:• You can customize the leather goods!• Camera strap is perfect length and sturdy• Full grain leather • (and it smells fabulous!)•Many colors• Great for gifts for everyone you know!! For the Camera strap seen in this video:Main Store: OLPR STORE MY INSTAGRAM:@elainezelker For more Videos: MY YOUTUBE VIDEOS  

Rocky Road Brownie Jars (with Toffee!) Who doesn't like Rocky Road anything!!?? I found this recipe on Pinterest and decided to whip them up....they quickly became a house-favorite!! I served 6 of them at our monthly Supper Club (and the guests went nuts over them!), and froze the remainders. Pop them out of the freezer (or refrigerator) and microwave them up to slightly heat them...and YUMMILICIOUS!!!! (I got 2 packs of 12 (24 total) 4-ounce mason jars) (This recipe makes 20 jars!)PREP TIME   45 mins   COOK TIME   30 mins   TOTAL TIME   1 hour 15 minsBROWNIE BASE½ cup butter2 ounces unsweetened chocolate1 cup flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon vanilla2 large eggs   FILLING6 ounces cream cheese, softened¼ cup butter, softened½ cup sugar2 tablespoons flour½ teaspoon vanilla1 large egg1 cup mini chocolate chipsTOPPING¼ cup butter¼ cup milk2 ounces unsweetened chocolate2 ounces cream cheese3 cups powdered sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1 toffee bits, for garnishmini chocolate chips, for garnish½ 10.5-ounce bag miniature marshmallows INSTRUCTIONS 1.  Heat oven to 350°F. Place 20 4-ounce jelly jars on sheet pan. (I use SILPLATs on my cookie sheets...this will help the jars not move around.) Jars should not touch each other. 2.  Spray ...