Traditional Mexican cooking is loaded with ingredients that are exceptionally good for your body after 50. Keep these in mind this Cinco de Mayo, and anytime! Start with beans. Black, pinto, and all varieties deliver a powerful combination of protein, fiber, and key minerals like iron, magnesium, and potassium. They support muscle health, help manage blood
We love chocolate – but why do we associate it so much with love, especially around Valentine’s Day? A few reasons, according to conventional wisdom and some (not entirely conclusive) scientific research. Chocolate has two components, phenethylamine and tryptophan, that are relevant to brain function and love. “The former is a stimulant that is released
You’ve already lived through more fad diets than you can probably count. Remember when grapefruit was supposed to melt fat? Or when cabbage soup was the answer to everything? The packaging has changed. The promise hasn’t. And they’re still just trying to separate you from your dollar. A fad diet usually shows up with bold
January has a way of inviting fresh starts. Sometimes, people want to make permanent changes to their health and fitness habits. But sometimes, a short-term experiment can bring benefits and added awareness, too. Here are two popular options you might have heard about, Dry January (a month without alcohol) and Veganuary (without consuming animal products).
November is World Vegan Month, a time to celebrate plant-based eating, or at least experiment with adding it into your routine. You don’t have to go fully vegan to see some benefits. Adding more plants to your diet can help lower cholesterol, support a healthy weight, and provide more vitamins, minerals, and fiber. For many adults
Let’s celebrate this holiday season, rather than stress out over every meal. Yes, November and December can be tricky months, especially for people with or at risk for diabetes. But you don’t have to miss out on the fun if you pursue a strategy of balance instead deprivation and guilt. The American Diabetes Association reports
You can cook healthy meals at home, and it helps to try healthy swaps like these. See how you like cooking with them and then how your family and friends enjoy the results. You might even start preferring some of these to the “normal” ingredients. Use olive oil instead of butter for a healthier fat
Inflammation is a double-edged sword. In the short term, it’s your body’s way of healing — think redness, swelling, or soreness after an injury. But when inflammation lingers for months or years without a clear trigger, it can raise your risk for serious conditions like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, and even cancer. Diet plays a
If your gut’s not happy, your whole body feels it—especially when it comes to exercise, recovery, and overall well-being. Good gut health isn’t just about avoiding bloating or indigestion. It plays a huge role in energy levels, inflammation, immune function, and even mood—all of which affect how well you move, feel, and age. When your gut
Everybody likes a bite between meals sometimes. And there’s nothing wrong with it, as long as you make healthy choices and don’t overindulge. Highly processed foods tend to be high in fat, salt and empty carbohydrates, so avoid those. Get some fruits and veggies in there, protein, and a little healthy fat. Here are 10