Imagine what all of the explorers of centuries’ past would say if we told them that no, after their life spent searching for the wondrous place, we’ll pass on visiting the Fountain of Youth (because we found a serum that puts in the work for us—and it can be shipped to our homes, tyvm). I assume these sailors wouldn’t be too thrilled, but we are. See, Ulta started its early Black Friday sales today, and they’re offering massive discounts on exactly 429 beauty staples, including one wrinkle-reducing serum that shoppers say is an “age-rewind in a bottle.”

Lancôme’s Advanced Génifique serum is a shopper favorite; nearly 5,300 people have reviewed it, and it has a solid 4.8-star rating. The wrinkle-reducing product is filled with anti-aging hero products like moisture-retaining hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and vitamin C, and is formulated to erase fine lines while evening out your skin’s texture. All together, they work to plump and soothe skin.

Reviewers credit this unique blend for putting life back into their face, and pep back into their step. And, right now, it’s 50% off. Usually, the top-rated skincare essential costs $52, but you can get it today for $26.

“It worked beautifully on my wrinkles,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “It made other creams glide on. I stopped it for a few days and could really see what a difference it made when I started using it again. I look healthier and my skin is much smoother. A must-have for me.”

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See, the gentle product has been lab-tested and proven to visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles in just one week. Over 14 years of research has been put into this product, so you bet it’s got the makings of a beauty counter staple. Another plus: The dropper is self-loading, so you’l secure the perfect amount of product every time it’s used. No more overdoing it and wasting essential drops, or under-doing it and not seeing any results.

“This is, by far, the best serum I have ever tried,” wrote one shopper. “My skin definitely LOVES it! I can see the results after only 2 weeks, firmer, cleaner, radiant skin.”

There is one catch, though. Because this deal is a part of Ulta’s early Black Friday sales event, we know it’s not going to last. The whole savings shebang only lasts today through Saturday, so you’re going to have to act relatively fast in getting this age-erasing serum for yourself. Now, just imagine if the explorers from that 1700s knew about holiday shipping.

Ciara Miller’s Black Fur Jacket on The Double Date

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Ciara Miller looked snow bunny chic in her black fur jacket for the double date. Maybe that’s because she had a little help from Paige DeSorbo with picking out her outfit. Who is the reason behind this fur jacket because I believe Ciara borrowed it from her. Perks of sharing the sought after master bedroom/closet I suppose.

Though I could be wrong and they are just two friends who’s great fashionable minds think alike. But either way even if they didn’t share the jacket Paige still shared the deets on where to shop it. And *spoiler alert* it’s affordable AND fully stocked.

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here to Shop Her Black Fur Jacket

Info Credit: @paigedesorbo

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Paige DeSorbo and Ciara Miller’s Looks on WWHL

Winter House and Watch What Happens Live Fashion

Well if it isn’t the ultimate dream team Paige DeSorbo and Ciara Miller. The pair took to the clubhouse on last night’s WWHL and did not disappoint in both content and fashion. Unfortunately their fashion pieces are no longer available for purchase. But don’t sweat it because the Style Stealers below are just as *chef’s Ciara’s kiss* .

Sincerely Stylish,

Jess

Click Here to See Paige DeSorbo’s Area Top

Click Here to See Ciara Miller’s Galia Lahav Dress

Photo Credit: @bravowwhl

Styling + Info: @danandalix

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We all know that we are not going to live forever. But when we enter our 60s, the harsh reality of our own expiration date hits home.

The good news is that if you are 67 years old and have no chronic diseases, you can expect to live another 22.6 years. You will likely live to see your 90^th birthday!

If you have a chronic disease – or more than one – you are in good company. Nearly four in five older Americans live with multiple chronic medical conditions. And this is without factoring in the pandemic.

Do You Have Multiple Chronic Diseases?

At the age of 63, I learned I had systemic lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Raynaud’s Syndrome, and Sjogren’s Syndrome. “How long will I live?” I thought to myself.

In my stunned state, I could not verbalize this question to my physician. I am a retired nursing professor. I knew I could get the answer. As soon as I got home, I googled “peer reviewed clinical trials on life expectancy with several chronic diseases.”

In an instant, I had my answer.

“Life expectancy decreases by approximately 1.8 years with each additional chronic condition.”

Ok, I could live with that. But what about systemic lupus specifically? I lost many patients to lupus over the years.

Is My Chronic Disease Different?

I narrowed my search criteria. I wanted to know about life expectancy, women, and systemic lupus. I googled “Peer reviewed clinical trials on life expectancy for women with systemic lupus.”

This headline hit hard: “Lupus Patients, Especially Women, Die at Younger Ages.”

The 2017 Stanford study showed that “Women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in the U.S. live on average 22 years less — and men an average of 12 fewer years — than members of the same sex among the public at large.”

At 65, I felt like my time was almost up.

My fate was sealed.

Something More, Please

Like you, I want more than statistics. And I want more than conventional medicine – medications and medical advice.

I want beauty, joy, and solid science to show me the way.

I want to live longer. I want to feel and look great while I am at it.

Following Doctors Orders

I take my prescribed Plaquenil medication for lupus. It eases my symptoms.

For the first year, I followed my doctor’s advice to stay out of the sun. I did one better – I stayed inside most of the time.

The year of my diagnosis, I was anxious, sad, and angry. It took me a year to practice going outside.

According to research, we all spend, on average, 93% of our time inside. I was surprised to learn that we spend more time inside than a maximum security prisoner.

I tell my story of hiding inside in my book Take Back Your Outside Mindset. Between those covers I also share my journey from rock bottom to health, hope, and happiness with the help of trees.

Trees, Please

To study life span and trees, research teams follow where people live and how long they live over many years. One scientist summed up his results by saying, “in general, it is best to have trees around.”

The research team led by Dr. Dan Crouse found that living with two blocks of green space makes you live longer.

The study found that in areas of high pollution people die earlier. And that even in low levels of pollution, they could measure the effect on life span. Trees made the difference.

Do Trees Help Us to Live Longer with Chronic Disease?

A 2017 nation wide Harvard study matched trees and chronic disease. Scientists discovered that those women who lived with trees and green spaces around their homes, lived longer.

The 100,000 women who had greenness within a 15-minute walk radius of their homes, had a 12% lower early death rate than those is the least green areas.

How They Did It

This study started in 1976 with 121,701 female registered nurses – 30–55 years old, from 11 states. “Twice a year nurses state their medical diagnosis and their health exposures.” The study defined health exposures as: air pollution, noise, and extreme heat.

The nurses were into it, with response rates of as high as 90%. The researchers calculated response rate in this study as the number of women who returned the survey and are still alive.

A major strength of this study was the use of sophisticated satellite imagery from NASA’s Terra satellite. This allowed the researchers to measure the detail of greenness around each study participant’s residence. They measured a radius reachable in a 10–15-minute walk around their home.

Step Outside and Breathe

The research is in. To extend our lives, we simply have to step out the door and breathe.

When we are on a fixed income and have fixed energy levels – simple, effortless, and free count.

Here are some research-based tips for getting the most of tree air.

Start Small

Science shows that a few minutes outside bring proven health benefits.

Time outside intervals (dose) and health benefits (response) are in my research based Tree Air Action Plan.

Notice Something New

Make a plan to notice something new each time you go outside. Next time you go outside, plan to bend down and touch a plant, shrub or tree for a few seconds. 60-something Stanford psychologist Ellen Langer, PhD, says that ‘noticing’ puts our minds in the present.

Take Your Deepest Breath of the Day

Try to take your deepest breath of the day when you are outside. One deep breath flips your nervous system from anxious (sympathetic) to calm (parasympathetic). When you breathe in near trees, you are breathing in longevity aerosols.

Celebrate Small Wins: You Went Outside Today for Two Minutes!

High five! Even if you managed to step outside to breathe for two minutes – this is a win. Say “good for you” to yourself. This way, you and your brain are creating outside habits.

How much time do you spend outside on any given day? What are your outside habits/rituals? Do you have strategies to get yourself outside? How do you feel once you are outside? How do you think you look to others when you are outside? Please join the conversation.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the joy of the season and a welcome escape from the virus is just what we need! This time of year brings thoughts of baking and preserving foods from the garden, or perhaps, making food gifts for the upcoming holiday season.

I’ve learned from experience that I can’t go wrong with the gift of a golden jar of marmalade, but not your traditional marmalade made using Seville oranges. I prefer to make mine with clementines, ginger, lemons, and perhaps a splash of Cointreau. First, let’s look into what this delicious spread is and where it came from.

Origin

Recipes for marmalade first appeared in cookbooks in the seventh century in England. We know that the word “marmalade” came into the English language from the French word marmelade, which in turn, was borrowed from the Portuguese word, marmelos, meaning quince paste.

Quince paste is made from the quince fruit, and the paste resembles a thick, orange spread. The English started making their marmalade when citrus was plentiful. Typically, they used oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, clementines, mandarins, or bergamots. The high pectin content of citrus peelings helped produce the thick consistency of the marmalade.

What’s Your Preference?

Marmalades come in different textures and taste. A thick cut of citrus peeling usually produces a strong, bitter taste and is the most common type of marmalade. Others prefer a finer cut of peeling, which yields a smooth, delicate taste.

Finally, some people want an added ingredient to their marmalade, such as ginger and whisky. A purist or “marmalade snob” will only eat citrus and sugar, no additives necessary!

Marmalade or Jam?

The answer is very simple. Jam is a cooked condiment, usually made from pressed fruit, sugar, and sometimes pectin, while marmalade is made from citrus fruit and uses the juice and the peeling or rind of the fruit.

Marmalades are chunky and jams are smooth. The chunks in the marmalade make it the perfect choice to spread over breakfast toast, drizzle over roast chicken or pork, or pour over vanilla ice cream.

Clementine Ginger Marmalade with Cointreau

Prep and Cook Time: 12 hrs.

Yield: 5 one-pint jars

Ingredients:

• 16 Organic Clementines (whole)
• 4 Cups Water
• 1 Organic Lemon (halved)
• 7 Cups Sugar
• 4 Tablespoons Cointreau
• 3 Tablespoons Grated Fresh Organic Ginger

Directions:

1. Scrub and rinse the clementines and place them in a large, non-aluminum pot, with four cups of water.

2. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze each half, reserving the juice. Bundle the lemon seeds in cheesecloth and tie. Add the seed bundle with the halved lemon to the pot.

3. Cover the pot and simmer for 2-3 hours, until the fruit is soft.

4. Remove the pot from the heat and cool overnight. The next day, discard the seed bundle but do not strain the liquid.

5. Remove the cooked clementines from the liquid and place in a bowl. Halve the clementines, scoop the pulp and remaining seeds, if any, into a strainer set over the pot used to boil the fruit. Make sure to save all peelings. Press the pulp through a strainer.

6. Add the sugar and the reserved lemon juice to the pot. Heat gently for a few minutes, stirring until all the sugar has dissolved.

7. In the meantime, slice the peelings of the clementines very fine or chunky, depending on your preference for the thickness of the marmalade. Stir the chopped peelings into the boiling sugar-lemon syrup.

8. Continue boiling until the syrup reaches its setting point of 220 degrees Fahrenheit, making sure the natural pectin gels with the sugar.

9. Remove the pot from the heat, skim off the foam, and let the pot sit for 15 minutes to evenly distribute the peelings. After cooling for 15 minutes, stir in the grated ginger and Cointreau if desired.

10. Heat your marmalade jars, as you should never pour hot marmalade into cold jars. Wipe the jar rims with a clean, damp towel before toping with two-part sterilized lids. Process in water bath for 15 minutes or according to canning instructions. Let the jars cool and listen for the sound of the sealing process.

11. Label the jars and store in a cool, dark place.

I guarantee you and anyone you send a marmalade gift to will delight in this homemade treat!

When was the last time you made preserves? What did you can? Have you made marmalade? What was your main ingredient? How did it turn out? Please share with our community!