Today's Tips from AARP

We naturally start to lose muscle mass as we age, but eating the right amount of protein can help delay or reverse that process. So we’re sharing three tips for adding more protein into your diet.  To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier! 

The grossest thing you own just might be your smartphone, but before you douse it with antibacterial spray, we’re sharing how to clean your phone — without causing any damage. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier! 

Take spring cleaning to the next level with our digital decluttering tips: clearing data that’s a magnet for cybercrime, deleting what drains your energy, and changing your passwords to keep your info safe. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier! 

Tell the truth: How often do you clean your reusable water bottle? If you’re anything like us, you might rinse it under hot water, refill it and not think twice about germs. But think again. Only rinsing it is giving germs an open invitation to stick around, so we’re sharing three ways to keep your reusable bottle germ-free so you can drink your water with confidence.  To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org...

Sunscreen has the power to protect you and your skin from harmful UV rays, but only if you use it properly. Stay safe in the sun by learning how much to apply, what ingredients to avoid, and when to replace that sunscreen you left in your car all summer. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org.

Taking better care of our teeth and mouth can affect our whole body in a big way, since research has linked gum disease to all sorts of health issues. So today, we’re sharing how to boost your oral hygiene. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier! 

Are you tired of the same ol’ date night and a movie every week? If you’re trying to switch it up and seem stuck, we’re sharing three fun date ideas.  To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier! 

Forgiving others is very important for both our physical and mental health, even though it sometimes can be challenging. So we’re sharing ways to practice forgiveness when it’s easier said than done.  To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier — and happier! 

Are you planning to bring your favorite feline on vacation? Since a lot of cats are creatures of habit, taking them on a trip can be a challenge — for them and for you. That’s why we’re sharing ways to make them more comfortable on your next big adventure. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier —and happier! 

Nearly a quarter of American adults have seasonal allergies, and some of the remedies for relief aren’t so helpful after all. So we’re talking about what will — and won’t — help your allergies this season. To support more content like this, become an AARP member at aarp.org. And don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and tricks to help make your life a little easier —and happier!