Today’s Tips from AARP

Looking for ways to help make your life a little better?

We’re sharing some of the latest tips and tricks to help strengthen your health, money and happiness — all in less than 5 minutes.

Latest episode:

Travel Must-Haves | Tips for a Better Trip

The right travel essentials can make all the difference. In this episode, discover three simple items to help make your next adventure as comfortable, enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

Learn more: 8 Items Every Traveler Over 50 Needs in Their Carry-On

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Stay in the Game | Tips for Preventing Pickleball Injuries

Pickleball has become one of the go-to ways for older adults to stay active these days. In this episode, we share three easy tips to help prevent common injuries, so you can keep playing with confidence, match after match.

Learn more: 7 Ways to Prevent Pickleball Injuries

Smart Swaps | Tips for Buying Generic Products

Brand loyalty can be hard to break — but it may be costing you money. In this episode, discover why many generic products offer the same quality as their name-brand counterparts and how making a few simple swaps can help stretch your grocery budget without sacrificing the products you love.

Learn more: 13 Products You Should (Almost) Always Buy Generic

Kitchen Clean-Up | Tips for Preventing Cross-Contamination

Cross-contamination happens more often than you might think — but preventing it doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, discover simple ways to reduce your risk of foodborne illness and make your kitchen a safer place to prepare meals.

Learn more: 9 Things You Contaminate While You Cook (Without Realizing It)

Wash, Wipe and Wow | Tips for Keeping Your Car Looking New

Think you know how to wash a car? Some of the advice you grew up with may actually do more harm than good. In this episode, we share three surprising tips to help protect your car’s finish, avoid scratches and keep it looking its best.

Learn more: AARP Smart Guide to Cleaning Your Car Like a Pro

Little Changes, Big Relief | Tips for Protecting Your Back and Neck

Back and neck pain isn’t always caused by something obvious. Sometimes it's the little things you do every day without even thinking about them. In this episode, we share simple tips to help reduce unnecessary strain to keep your back and neck feeling their best.

Learn more: How to Fix Screen-Induced Back, Neck and Hand Pain