In a world pushing medicines at us, we need to remember that we have more control over our health than Big Pharma would like us to know. We need to eat a diet filled with fresh vegetables and fruits, and including healthy fats and meats. We must get moving–walk, run, […]
Aging
Show Tunes May Fend Off Dementia
How great is this?! Singing along with show tunes may reduce your risk of dementia!! Read more here . . . and sing along!!
Good News About Nuts!
Love that there is more good news about the health benefits of nuts–Eating nuts has been linked to lower mortality and healthier weight, too. Read more here.
Steps to Preventing Cancer
Yes, there are many things that we can do to reduce our risk of developing cancer. Bottom line is a healthy life-style: including lots of fruits and veggies in our diets as well as healthy fats and proteins, exercise, and sleep all impact our ability to stave off cancers. Read […]
Exercise For Seniors!
More good news about exercise! Did you know that you may be less susceptible to falls and injuries if you fall if you’re a regular exerciser! Just another reason to get moving. Read more here.
Folate vs. Folic acid
There is a lot of confusion out there regarding whether or not “folic acid” (Vitamin B9) is safe to supplement. The answer likely lies in the form being supplemented. Folic acid has been the most common form of Vitamin B9 in our supplements. But our diet contains folate (think foliage). […]
Yoga May Help Those Who Suffer From COPD
If you suffer from COPD (emphysema or chronic bronchitis), please consider starting a yoga program. Research is showing that yoga may improve your quality of life. Read more here.
Healthy Lifestyle Linked to Lower Risk of Arthritis and Heart Disease
Dare I say, “Duh”?? But, all the same, it is encouraging to know that our healthy choices can improve our overall health as we age. Read more here. And keep exercising and eating healthy foods!! 🙂
Live Long and Eat Veggies
So that should actually read “Eat Veggies and Live Long” as research is showing a link between polyphenol consumption and longevity. Polyphenols are in vegetables, fruit, legumes, coffee, tea and nuts. A vegetable-based diet remains my preferred recommendation–with healthy fats and meats, too. Read more here.
Every Bite and Every Step Counts!
Do you have weight loss and fitness goals (OK, who doesn’t??!)? Does you get tempted to give up (OK, who doesn’t??!)? Well, read this article and see if it encourages you. Every bite counts (those that you take and those that you limit). Every step of exercise counts, too. Let’s […]
