Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life This post is a tag team effort: Bob Murray, describes the role of omega-3s and exercise and Chris Rosenbloom contributed the nutrition information on choosing omega-3 rich foods and supplements. As we age, our muscle mass gradually diminishes. In fact, it is estimated that, on average,Continue reading “O is for Omega-3s”
Category Archives: Healthy Aging
G is for GMO
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life A reader asked us to clear the confusion on GMOs so today’s G is for GMO. First, a quick quiz. Which of the following are grown using genetically modified organisms or GMO? Correct answer? None of the above. All are grown using traditional breeding techniques thatContinue reading “G is for GMO”
S is for Snacks — Exercise Snacks
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life Post written by Dr. Bob Murray Not enough time to exercise regularly? Limited access to equipment or facilities? Just too busy, too tired, too stressed, too swamped with everyday life to even think about a fitness program? Well, you are not alone. S is for snacks, exerciseContinue reading “S is for Snacks — Exercise Snacks”
A is for Artificial Sweeteners
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life My social media feeds have been full of headlines claiming that artificial sweeteners are “toxic” and “devastating” for health. Scary stuff, but should you chuck your packet of sweetener in your morning coffee and replace it with sugar? Personally, I don’t like the taste, or specifically,Continue reading “A is for Artificial Sweeteners”
G is for Gardening
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life If you enjoy gardening, like I do, you probably recognize it is a form of exercise, but you might not know that it can improve your heart health. So, G is not only for Gardening but also H for Heart Health. A new study of overContinue reading “G is for Gardening”
H is for Hydration
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life Post written by Dr. Bob Murray Most everyone understands that staying well hydrated is a good thing. We have all experienced what it feels like to be thirsty and we know firsthand what it feels like to be dehydrated as a result of physical activity orContinue reading “H is for Hydration”
B is for Blue Zones
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life If you are interested in longevity (and if you are reading this blog, you are!) then you know about the Blue Zones, areas of the world where people live long and live well. The Blue Zones gained national prominence in 2005 when Dan Buettner and hisContinue reading “B is for Blue Zones”
O is for Optimism
A to Z….Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for Optimal Aging Post written by Dr. Bob Murray People who lead exceptionally long lives (85 years or older) have frequently been studied to try to determine which factors combine to promote long healthspans, that is the number of healthy years of life. Is a long, healthy life associatedContinue reading “O is for Optimism”
S is for Soy
A to Z….Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for Optimal Aging April is Soy Foods Month, so it is a good time to dispel myths about soy and promote this plant-based protein. Many men shun soy because they have heard that it is feminizing (it is not) and women who have had breast cancer fear it willContinue reading “S is for Soy”
A is for Alcohol
Thank you for your suggestions and feedback on our new blog posts, A to Z….Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life. Keep the ideas for blog posts coming and please share our posts on your social media feeds. Now back to A is for Alcohol. Who doesn’t love happy hour? Enjoying a drinkContinue reading “A is for Alcohol”
