When I began to write my book, Building Your Enduring Fitness, my goal was to put together my best tips for a healthy, independent life. But as I started researching the optimal dietary pattern for healthy aging, what I discovered changed my eating habits forever! You see, dozens of studies now make it clear that […]
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Want to live to 100? According to one study, most Americans do. So whether you’re a Baby Boomer or older adult, what are some strategies you can use to boost your longevity? I’ve already discussed the first two steps of my 5-step SHINE system–a program to help you begin–and then sustain–your health journey: S: Start
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Being rather homebound with my new hip, I’m catching up on journal reading. And I’m seeing a plethora of information reinforcing my decision to go more plant-based in our diet. This is especially important for baby boomers and seniors, as we’re more and more concerned about chronic diseases. If it’s good for the heart… Here’s
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Are you starting to cut meat out of your diet? Lots of people I know are now exploring a plant-based diet. For Baby Boomers and older adults, this is an important shift in lifestyle. A healthy vegetarian diet includes foods that are high in nutrient density, while minimizing processed foods, fats and animal products. These
