Maintaining a workout routine when you are over 50 can help you improve your longevity and your health. Physical activity is also a mental health and confidence booster that keeps you in a good mood and happy about your appearance. Despite the many benefits of regular exercise, some middle-aged and older adults don’t have a fitness routine. Staying idle is easy Many … [Read more...]
On With the Butter: Spread More Living Onto Everyday Life- Book Excerpt
Heidi Herman is the author of the book ‘On with the Butter!’ and I wanted to share an excerpt from the it with you. This was one of my favorite parts. Just Keep Moving What’s most important for us to remember is that no matter our age, if we take good care of ourselves, we can be active and enjoy life. My mom once told me a story that drove this point home. She … [Read more...]
Chinese Longevity Soup
Bama, China is known for its large population of centenarians and is considered to be a longevity hotspot according to the book, The Blue Zones. One of the secrets of many of the residents' long lives is their longevity soup. It's made with flavorful locally grown vegetables and fermented miso. The recipe below is a combination of … [Read more...]
Why Preventive Healthcare Starts with What You Eat
Your body is surprisingly similar to your car in many ways. It’s important to get routine maintenance done, especially with age. You’ve also got to have the right fuel to keep everything running smoothly and correctly. And finally, the better you take care of it and utilize preventive healthcare measures now, the longer it will last. This means eating the right foods, taking … [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 over 60 and whether you’re retired, nearing retirement, or … [Read more...]