A while back, I visited Amgen Labs to attend an Osteoporosis Summit. While we were there, we attended a cooking class and learned how to make Salmon Cakes with Cucumber Cooler Dip. Salmon is high in vitamin D and the yogurt has calcium. Both are essential nutrients for bone health The recipe was so yummy, I wanted to share it with you. Enjoy this bone-healthy recipe for … [Read more...]
3 Strength Training Benefits for Older Adults
For most people, age is a time of reflection. We look back and fit moments into a larger scheme about our lives. We evaluate the decisions we have made, ponder how we could have done things differently, and wonder about what it all has added up to. Whether it’s seeking improved relationships, good nutrition, or a more relaxed state of being, there’s a reason for the old trope … [Read more...]
Bone Density Scan: Why Women Over 50 Need to Schedule One
I had my bone density scan, which is recommended for women 50+. It’s a quick and easy low-radiation test that takes no more than 10 minutes to complete but it’s so important for our age. My scan indicated that I have Osteopenia. That sounds ominous, but it’s just a scary-sounding name for some bone loss, which not uncommon for a woman over 65 like me. A visit to Amgen … [Read more...]
Best Fitness Tips to Prevent Bone Loss For Women Over 50
As you age, it's normal to expect that your body will get weaker. By the time you're over 50, you may notice some weakness in your bones that could result in random unexplained pain. Bone loss is to be expected, but there are steps you can take to maintain your bone density and keep your bones from deteriorating, no matter how old you are. Exercising is always a good … [Read more...]
6 Best Strength Training Moves for Women Over 50
Did you know that as women reach the age of 30, their muscles and tissues lose up to 5%? And it does not end here. In fact, this percentage increases every decade and much more after the age of 65! Well, aging is inevitable. But, aging gracefully is not. And one of the best ways to do to age well is to actually live a healthy lifestyle. Living a Healthy Lifestyle Through … [Read more...]
