We've all lived through a pandemic and saw how people suffered. But as with any health scare, those of us over 50 are always at higher risk. The best way thing you can do to keep your immune system running well is to eat well and get plenty of exercise. However, you may also want to consider taking immunity supplements. I’m not one to tout vitamins, because I don't enjoy … [Read more...]
3 Diet Changes Women Over 50 Should Make Right Now
As a gadget-loving teenager, you may have tried all kinds of diets to suit your whims and likes. Fast food, inactivity, and alcohol may have been your first love. But as you go beyond middle-age, your atypical food choices may not match your body’s biological changes and dietary needs. When you are over 50, you need to watch your food intake and make diet changes to avoid … [Read more...]
Do You Eat Sorghum? If Not, Here’s Why You Should
Monique Costello says equipping pantries with sorghum is a great way to get back to eating simpler, nutrition-packed foods. Wellness chef and former restaurateur Monique Costello is a firm believer in the power of nutrition. While she always thought she ate well, it wasn’t until she started paying closer attention to her diet that she started to feel more vigorous and ready … [Read more...]
What’s the Best Food Pyramid for Those Who Hate to Feel Deprived?
You probably think I’m going to make you eat kale or arrest you if you eat a piece of bread. Nope. I've created a food pyramid for vibrant health and longevity. But, it's for those of you who LOVE food but still want to rock like Betty White when you're in your 90s. I have nothing against kale. It’s a super nutritious vegetable and I have no problem eating it. But, in my … [Read more...]
The Real Reasons Why You Should Drink Coffee in the Morning
Drinking coffee in the morning has become the "go-to" breakfast of many people today. If you are working in a corporate office, or anywhere else outside your home, you certainly know how a cup of coffee has become a part of almost everyone's daily morning routine. Aside from replacing breakfast meals, coffee has been utilized to get even more energized and awake, … [Read more...]
