Who snacks? Just about everyone! About ¾ of Americans snack at least once a day. For older adults here are three good reasons you should snack to increase your energy, boost nutrients, and feed your muscles: Many older adults have reduced appetites. When appetite decreases, it is challenging to get enough calories. In the mostContinue reading “How to Elevate Snacking for More Energy, Boosting Nutrients, and Feeding Your Muscles”
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Is Eating Meat Good or Bad for your Health? Read on to Decode the Recent Headlines.
“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.”
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”
Is aging to blame for mid-life weight gain? A new study says think again.
“Science is not truth. Science is finding the truth. When science changes its opinion, it didn’t lie to you. It learned more.” Many folks read headlines and think scientists never get it right. A new study published in Science changes what we know about aging and weight gain. Some people won’t’ like the bottom-line ofContinue reading “Is aging to blame for mid-life weight gain? A new study says think again.”
Can’t sleep? Proven tips to help you get a restful night’s sleep.
“About 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep disorders, and 1 in 3 adults do not regularly get the recommended amount of uninterrupted sleep they need to protect their health.” National Institutes of Health Eat well, move well, and be well are three pillars of Food & Fitness After 50. This blog contains loads ofContinue reading “Can’t sleep? Proven tips to help you get a restful night’s sleep.”
Clarity on Collagen Supplements: Do They Live Up to the Claims?
From infomercials touting “ancient remedies” to A-list celebrities endorsing the benefits, collagen supplements are hot. Let’s remember that supplements do not have to prove they work to be on the market. That means those rows of supplements sold in your favorite store or thousands of products sold online do not have to prove that theyContinue reading “Clarity on Collagen Supplements: Do They Live Up to the Claims?”
Should You Hire a Personal Trainer? What You Need to Know.
A new year brings new fitness goals. When coupled with the pandemic, some of us may need motivation to get back to or start a workout routine. I’m reaching out to two personal trainers to ask them why you should hire a personal trainer, what you should know, what you should ask, and what resultsContinue reading “Should You Hire a Personal Trainer? What You Need to Know.”
