“A new study has found that eating a diet that’s rich in animal protein and red meat can seriously decrease your lifespan.” “New study finds one food can take 36 minutes off your life each time you eat it but eating this food adds 33 minutes to your life.” “Competitive hot dog eating champion JoeyContinue reading “Is Eating Meat Good or Bad for your Health? Read on to Decode the Recent Headlines.”
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Food versus Do No Harm: One Man’s Journey to Changing Dietary Habits
My husband, Rob Rosenbloom, wrote this guest post as he starts his journey into changing food habits. It probably isn’t what you think! I grew up in New Jersey in the 50s and 60s and like many families back in the day, family meals were commonplace, and it was expected that you ate what wasContinue reading “Food versus Do No Harm: One Man’s Journey to Changing Dietary Habits”
What’s in the Can? Exploring the Many Ways Beans Support Healthy Aging
In my last post I wrote about food packaging and the benefits of the humble steel can. Besides being the most recycled food package in the U.S., there’s lots of goodness on the inside. Today, I want to shout out the bean-efits of keeping your pantry stocked with this affordable, versatile, healthful, and tasty food.Continue reading “What’s in the Can? Exploring the Many Ways Beans Support Healthy Aging”
What do you know about food packaging? Take this quiz to learn more!
Do you ever think about food packaging? Have you ever chosen a food or drink based on eye catching packaging or the health claims on the front of pack? Do you think about recycling when choosing food packaging? I admit, I don’t often think about food packaging except when some clever name grabs my attentionContinue reading “What do you know about food packaging? Take this quiz to learn more!”
22 easy and affordable tips to eat well, move well, and be well in 2022
Every new year brings hope for new beginnings. While we are weary of the pandemic, there are thing we can control to be our healthiest self in 2022. And it doesn’t take a gym membership, an expensive piece of exercise equipment, or purchasing only organic foods. Nope, just simple steps to better health. Food &Continue reading “22 easy and affordable tips to eat well, move well, and be well in 2022”
Steps you can take right now to stay functionally fit to support healthy aging
Healthy aging is “the process of developing and maintaining the functional ability that enables well-being in older age.” World Health Organization The United Nations has proclaimed 2021-2030 the Decade of Healthy Aging and I love the definition of healthy aging from the initiative. Why? Because it is focused on developing and maintaining function that allowsContinue reading “Steps you can take right now to stay functionally fit to support healthy aging”
Five Reasons I’m Thankful This Turkey Day: What are you thankful for?
We’ve all faced challenges these past two years, but we are also grateful for many things this holiday season. Here are my five reasons to be thankful. What are yours? Food. While food prices have risen, the U.S. has one of the most affordable food systems in the world. Americans spend just 6.4% of theirContinue reading “Five Reasons I’m Thankful This Turkey Day: What are you thankful for?”
How to eat in Italy: Enjoying foods that are off-limits to many Americans
After 10 days in Italy, I believe it is impossible to have a bad meal! This was my 5th trip to Italy and on each trip I enjoyed the following…almost every day. Cappuccino with whole milk Rustic white bread Pizza Antipasto with salamis, prosciutto, and pate Pastas made with white flour Whole milk cheeses RedContinue reading “How to eat in Italy: Enjoying foods that are off-limits to many Americans”
Juicy fall apples and pears: pro tips on choosing the absolute best
I visited apple and pear orchards and blueberry farms in northern Oregon as part of the Alliance for Food & Farming Media Tour. I shared what I learned about conventional versus organic agricultural practices in a previous post (click here for the post). Today, I’ll share some pro tips from the experts on how toContinue reading “Juicy fall apples and pears: pro tips on choosing the absolute best”
How facts, not fear, can help you eat a healthier diet for optimal aging
Disclosure: I was a guest on a recent “Facts, Not Fear” produce safety media tour organized and hosted by The Alliance for Food & Farming. My travel expenses were covered, and I was compensated to write a blog post on a topic of my choosing. All the ideas expressed in this post are my own.Continue reading “How facts, not fear, can help you eat a healthier diet for optimal aging”
