The word "Minestrone" comes from the word "Minestra," which means dish up and serve. There are variations ranging from thick and dense to more of a broth. It was originally known as Cucina Povera - or cuisine for the poor. A peasant may have killed a rabbit, or another type of meat used the bones as broth and cooked up a soup made with beans and available vegetables. This … [Read more...]
Baby Boomer Food Pyramid for Vibrant Health and Wellness
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 Baby Boomer food pyramid for vibrant health and longevity. It's for those of you who LOVE food but still want to rock like Betty White when you're in your 90s. This post was originally published June 2013 and updated April 2020. I have nothing … [Read more...]
How to Be Your Own Health Advocate in Your 60s and Beyond
It’s the prime of your life. You’ve worked hard. You’ve paid your dues. You’ve raised your children and cared for your home. Now it’s your turn to be taken care of and be an advocate for your own health. You have the confidence, the experience, the resources, and the right to live your life on your own terms. You’re in your 60s and whether you’re retired, nearing … [Read more...]
If Age is Simply a State of Mind How Young do You Feel?
I’ve been contemplating the idea that “age is a state of mind” for a while now. In another week, I’ll be 66. It’s hard to believe. Like most people, I don’t feel old. Well, I shouldn’t say that - some people who are 30 believe they’re old. I remember dreading turning that age but now it seems ridiculous. Perception of aging – We are not our grandparents Probably every … [Read more...]
Baby Beet and Quinoa Salad
I love making the Baby Beet and Quinoa salad featured below. It's not only beautiful to look at but amazingly nutritious as well. The Ancient Romans used beets as an aphrodisiac. They contain the mineral Boron, which is related to the production of human sex hormones. Beets also purify your blood, naturally cleanse and detoxify your body. Enjoy this Baby Beet and Quinoa … [Read more...]
