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📰 Over50Health Newsletter #2

Mark Ripley

12 Sep 2025 — 1 min read

12 September 2025

Hello friends,

Welcome back to our second newsletter! This week we’ve been exploring the fascinating (and sometimes confusing) world of oils — the ones that may harm your health, and the ones that can support radiant skin after 50.

⚡ Why PUFAs Are So Unstable — And How Oxidised Oils May Harm Your Health

Seed oils and PUFAs are everywhere in modern diets — but they may not be as harmless as we think. Here’s why they’re so unstable, how they oxidise, and what that might mean for your health.
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✨ The Power of Natural Oils for Healthy, Glowing Skin After 50

As skin changes with age, natural oils can be a gentle yet powerful way to keep it healthy, hydrated, and glowing. Discover the best oils to support your skin naturally.
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💡 Tip of the Week

Take a 10–15 minute walk after meals — it can help regulate blood sugar, aid digestion, and support cardiovascular health.

👀 Coming Next Week…

Here’s a sneak peek of what we’ll be covering:

🏋️ Sarcopenia After 50: How to prevent muscle loss and stay strong
🌹 Rosehip Oil for Over-50 Skin: Brighten, rejuvenate & restore naturally
🥥 Seed Oils vs Traditional Fats: What’s really the difference?

That’s all for now — but we’d love to hear from you! Do you avoid certain cooking oils, or do you have a favourite natural oil for your skin? Hit reply and share your thoughts.

Stay well,
The Over50Health Team

⚡ Why PUFAs Are So Unstable — And How Oxidised Oils May Harm Your Health

If you’ve been hearing more about seed oils and PUFAs lately, you’re not alone. Scientists, nutritionists, and health writers are increasingly debating their impact on long-term health — especially as we get older. One of the biggest concerns? 🧪 PUFAs are chemically unstable — and that instability may lead to oxidative

✨ The Power of Natural Oils for Healthy, Glowing Skin After 50

As we age, our skin begins to tell our story — the laughter, the late nights, the sunny holidays 🌞 — but it also changes. Collagen levels drop, skin becomes thinner and drier, and fine lines start to appear. The good news? 🌿 Nature offers a helping hand. Natural oils are packed with vitamins,

✨ Your Over-50s Wellness Kickstart — This Week’s Top Reads

Our first newsletter! Wellness tips, supplement insights, and the latest on seed oils for over-50s.

Why I Cut Seed Oils From My Diet — And Why You Might Want to Think About It Too

For years, I struggled with unexplained stomach cramps, bloating, and bouts of diarrhoea shortly after eating. I tried eliminating gluten, dairy, and all sorts of “trigger foods,” but nothing seemed to make a real difference. It took me a long time to figure out the common denominator: seed oils. Once

⚡ Why PUFAs Are So Unstable — And How Oxidised Oils May Harm Your Health

✨ The Power of Natural Oils for Healthy, Glowing Skin After 50

💡 Tip of the Week

👀 Coming Next Week…

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⚡ Why PUFAs Are So Unstable — And How Oxidised Oils May Harm Your Health

✨ The Power of Natural Oils for Healthy, Glowing Skin After 50

✨ Your Over-50s Wellness Kickstart — This Week’s Top Reads

Why I Cut Seed Oils From My Diet — And Why You Might Want to Think About It Too