I was watching with amazement yesterday as our grandchildren devoured their watermelon. (Of course, watching little ones at snack time can be of great entertainment to us Baby Boomers!) Our two-year old grandson was only interested in having me scoop out the luscious red fruit so he could slurp up the juice that surfaced! …
This sticker–Balance What You Eat–caught my eye twice this month, at two different locations hundreds of miles apart. So I decided to do a bit of research. Like most baby boomers, the idea of “balancing” what I eat, drink, and do sounds reasonable to me. I mean, good health is all about moderation. But adjacent …
If you’re like most Baby Boomers and older adults, you probably wonder where all that extra body fat came from? I mean, a few years ago, there was just a lot less of it. And now if you’re sitting around more than usual, that waistband may be getting even tighter! Here are 10 facts about …
Have you been struck by the Corona 15? You know, those extra pounds that somehow worked their way into your body recently. If you’re like the typical baby boomer, older adult, or anyone who’s been home sitting a lot more lately, you know exactly what I mean! According to some recent polls, about 1/3 to …
Are you caring for a baby boomer or older adult who suffers from dementia? If so, you know how challenging mealtimes can be, especially if your goal is a nutritious meal. I saw some of these difficulties last year when I provided exercise classes at a local memory care facility. People living with Alzheimer’s disease …
I thought I’d take a detour from the usual topics I’ve been exploring the past few months, instead bringing attention to a little known wellness recognition day: June 10, National Herb and Spices Day! I know many people, baby boomers and older adults alike, have been doing more home cooking lately; by incorporating herbs and spices into …
What’s the question you ask most often these days? If you’re like me, and many other boomers, it’s probably: “How are you doing during the …?” And you can fill in the blank with your choice of favorite words: pandemic, shutdown, quarantine, lockdown, terrible times, challenging times, etc. Yes, everybody shows their concern about others’ …
Today, many Baby Boomers and older adults are spending a lot of time on their screens, whatever the preference–computer, tablet, or phone. This is a great way to stay connected, stay updated, and research topics you’ve always wanted to learn. But staring at that screen all day can wreak havoc on your eyes, leading to …
As we continue in our global fight to get on the other side of the coronavirus pandemic, I find myself researching various ways to help support a natural immune system. For baby boomers and older adults, we want a balanced system to protect us from all outside invaders, including this virus. One intriguing strategy that …
I was asked recently to put together a list of my three best tips for preparing healthy meals during the coronovirus stay-at-home order. Here’s what I came up with, great ideas for baby boomers and older adults alike. 1) Minimize trips to the grocery store. You have plenty of spare time now, so experiment with …
