To say I was a skeptic about doing detoxes and cleanses would be an understatement. As a self-proclaimed foodie, who believes in eating “real food,” the thought of depriving myself of regular meals for over a week wasn’t appealing to me at all. But, after some prodding from friends who were passionate about their program, I decided to try it out and committed to following every … [Read more...]
Why Is Veganism Growing in Popularity among Boomers?
While it is true that the majority of people become vegans between the age of 16 and 64, around 2% of vegans in the US are aged 55 or over. In America, around 4% make the switch from an omnivore lifestyle for spiritual reasons, 19% for dietary reasons, and 77% for ethical reasons. If you are thinking of going vegan, rest assured, you are not alone. The movement is enjoying a … [Read more...]
Harnessing the Benefits of Fitness and Diet Over 50
Fitness and diet are the magic cocktail for youthfulness, but being disciplined enough to have daily doses of these, is not a piece of cake, especially in your 50s. While aging is inevitable, harnessing the power of exercise and diet to boost energy, improve your mood, promote metabolism, and reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases is an asset by itself. However, since … [Read more...]
A Shopping List That Makes It Easy To Shed Extra Pounds
This shopping list is designed for losing weight and looking great. With an abundance of TV dinners and aisles full of sweets, the grocery store can be a challenging place to eat healthy and lose weight. But with the proper list and a little discipline, a few small steps around the grocery store can be one giant leap toward a weight-loss goal. The shopping list below … [Read more...]
How Mindful Eating Will Help You Look Better And Feel Healthier
Are you frustrated because you've been eating smart, watching your portions, exercising, and still aren’t losing weight? It may be because you aren’t practicing mindful eating. Mindful eating focuses on the why, when, how and how much you eat I'm the first to admit that I start to munch whenever I feel stressed, bored, or frustrated as an emotional reaction to what's … [Read more...]
