Sleep, it’s something we all know we need, yet many of us don’t get enough of. In fact, the CDC reports that more than 80 million American adults are now chronically sleep-deprived, getting less than the recommended 7 hours of shut-eye per night. And as I’ve been reminded several times this summer, this deficit is …
Baby Boomers and older adults have all heard the following health advice: brisk walking is an excellent form of moderate cardiovascular exercise. This statement is usually followed closely by: get in 150 minutes of cardio each week. Walking is by far the most convenient form of moderate cardiovascular exercise. You can walk almost anywhere (if …
As many of you know, my husband and I experimented with the keto diet last month. Low carb, high fat. No fruit (other than berries and avocados), no whole-grains. Lots of eggs, cheese and other whole-fat dairy products, butter, oils, meat of all kinds, bacon. Bottom line: I lost 4 pounds in a month, my …
We are all bombarded with information about which dietary patterns and foods are best for our health. And since heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in our country, baby boomers and older adults have a vested interest in knowing what they should be eating to stay heart-healthy as long as possible. …
