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
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
If you’re working out, eating right, and aiming to stay healthy after 50, one simple change can have a big impact: cutting back on red and processed meats. Research shows they’re linked to heart disease, cancer, and a shorter lifespan. But there are plenty of tasty protein options that are better for your body (and
Do you ever find yourself without healthy options for eating out? It’s hard when you’re driving and see only fast-food restaurants. If you’re in an airport and want a sit-down restaurant, you’ll probably be limited to the big chains. Sometimes, you do get stuck without many healthy options. Keep a few principles in mind and you should
Forget the “classic” recipe that relies on canned beans and high-sodium, canned soups. Here’s a fresh, healthy version of the reliable holiday dish we can all feel good about. I will be making this for our Thanksgiving meal! Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, ends trimmed and chopped
Here’s some information to help you plan a healthy holiday season. The Calorie Control Council says we can easily consume 4,500 calories at a big-day meal. Yikes! But if you’re trying to measure the pleasure against your hard-won exercise gains, here’s a handy guide to learn how much yumminess you’ve earned — or how hard
Who says we can’t have grownup fun enjoying Halloween treats? IN MODERATION, that is! Sure, you can enjoy a bit of candy now and then. Allow yourself a small piece or two, enjoy it slowly and mindfully, then have a glass of water and move on with your day. But better yet are adult
After the pandemic, we all know how important it is to keep up a strong immune system, particularly among people over 65 or so. And now as we’re heading into cold & flu season, you want to devote your new awareness to taking positive steps for your health every day. Regular exercise is among the