Food / Nutrition

What comes to mind when you think about eating protein? A thick, juicy hamburger? A high-protein snack bar? Maybe a glass of milk? You wouldn’t be wrong. All of these may be sources of protein. But as you get older, are these the right sources of protein for an aging…

What comes to mind when you think about a healthy aging lifestyle? Maybe cutting out the sweets and sugary drinks, finally hopping on that exercise bike that’s gathering dust, or maybe a little less vegging in front of the television and a few more veggies on your plate. But what…

It’s a new year and a new opportunity to plunge into the latest reads from both favorite and new authors. For many, the success of the year is measured by how many books are consumed throughout the year. If you’re a constant book reader, you may be surprised to learn…

You may have started the year with a big, celebratory New Year’s Eve bash, with lots of treats, sweets, and alcohol. But now that we’re already partway through January, are you rethinking how you eat? As we’ve stated time and again, in so many ways you are what you eat:…

Chances are, if you’re reading this post at breakfast, or just getting to your emails in the mid-late afternoon, you may have a cup of tea with you. Teas of all kinds can be found in 80% of all US households, and as we’ve previously said, other than water, tea…

It’s somewhat of a taboo topic, though we’ve covered it in the past. But as the season of holiday eating and travel comes into focus (both of which can do a number on your digestive system), it’s useful to return to the dilemma of constipation and how to deal with…