Still Number 1! Baby boomers and seniors, take notice! Despite years of public health efforts to curb this epidemic, the statistics remain alarming: heart disease is still the #1 killer in the nation, claiming 600,000 lives each year–approximately one in four deaths. According to the American Heart Association, for younger boomers, more than 10% of […]
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Diet for the ages Looking for a dietary pattern to support healthy aging for Baby Boomers and seniors? Then consider eating like the Greeks, or the Italians (my beloved relatives!) with the Mediterranean diet, a plan that emphasizes fruits and vegetables, healthy oils, fish, and nuts, as well as an active lifestyle. Researchers have recognized
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Don’t jump into exercise! Congratulations! Like many, you’ve vowed to start a fitness program this year. You may have lofty goals, but for Baby Boomers and seniors, it’s imperative to think about starting SAFELY. This is especially critical if you: have been sedentary for many years are a current or recent smoker have a chronic
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It’s That Time of Year! I hear them at the end of every December, the same ol’ New Year’s fitness resolutions. I’m finally going to lose weight, exercise more, eat well, sleep better, decrease stress. Well-intended as they are, these goals usually fall by the wayside in a couple of weeks. So try approaching 2015 with a
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Healthy gifts for fitness-minded folks Looking for a healthy present for your friends and family this holiday season? Having a difficult time thinking beyond the typical sugar-coated goodies and coffee house gift cards? With a little research, it’s possible to give your treasured Baby Boomers and seniors presents that promote fitness all year long! Give
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You can flavor foods without adding extra calories or sodium! Let’s face it–the number one reason we choose to eat a food is because of the taste (unfortunately, nutritional value is way down on this list!). And a big challenge we face when creating “healthy” foods is that in doing so, we often take
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It’s a complaint I frequently hear when I speaking with potential Baby Boomer clients: I just can’t find the time to exercise! Between jobs, social commitments, and caring for parents or grandchildren, they know they need more physical activity, but have difficulty fitting it into their days. The truth is, you’ll never “find” time for
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So I was lifting weights with my daughter the other day, when Jackie suddenly remarked, “Mom, you have sexy arms!” Talk about a showstopper! When I asked her exactly what she meant, Jackie went on to explain: From the back, she could see my arm muscles moving They looked firm They looked shapely Good enough
I love to eat! And I’m a big proponent of multiple feedings throughout the day, all containing protein for satiety. So I’m always looking for a satisfying, easy-to-prepare snack that fills the bill. Here are five snacks* that work for me—all with about 10 grams of protein, all under 250 calories: 1) Greek yogurt, Chobani,
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In the past two days, my husband and I have spent many hours in our garden. Our home is currently on the market, and we’re replacing and adding plants to keep the property colorful and fresh looking! I was exhausted last night (and slept well!), and woke up with a few friendly reminders of the
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