This rustic Turkish-inspired recipe is adapted from one in Christopher Kimball’s “Milk Street Shorts: Recipes That Pack a Punch.” It is an excellent example of how you can add flavor to simmered chicken with just a few spices and pantry staples. The trick is to brown the tomato paste with olive oil and garlic until […]
Let’s celebrate this holiday season rather than stress out over every meal. Yes, November and December can be tricky months, especially for people with or at risk for diabetes. But you don’t have to miss out on the fun if you pursue a strategy of balance instead of deprivation and guilt. The American Diabetes Association […]
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, so let’s take a close look at how strength training is one of our best tools for keeping blood sugar steady and for preventing or managing Type 2. As the American Diabetes Association (ADA) puts it, regular physical activity “makes your cells more sensitive to insulin so it works more […]
Ingredients: Directions: • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Line a muffin tin with liners; set aside. • In a large bowl, combine the oat flour, chocolate chips, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt; whisk well to combine. In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, eggs, oil (or butter), applesauce, and milk; mix […]
Did you see the recent article in Time magazine headlined, Why Strength Training Is the Best Anti-Ager? It starts, “If you want to age well, you probably already know the basics: eat a balanced diet, go for walks, stay socially engaged. But there’s one habit that experts say matters just as much — and in […]
For generations, menopause was whispered about, joked about, or ignored altogether. But that’s changing fast. Today’s women are talking about more than hot flashes and brain fog. They’re demanding smarter, science-based solutions and taking charge of their health through fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle choices that truly make a difference before, during, and after menopause. Fitness […]
Giambotta is a rustic one-pot vegetable stew bursting with late-summer flavors, hailing from Calabria, Italy. This version is lightly adapted from one in “Vegana Italiana: Traditional Italian the Plant-Based Way” by Tara Punzone. The key to success lies in layering the veggies and herbs. Give the hearty aromatics a head start before adding the rest […]
The recent death of movie star Diane Keaton, 79, from bacterial pneumonia shocked fans worldwide. For someone so vibrant and apparently healthy, it’s unsettling — but not rare. Pneumonia remains the eighth leading cause of death in the United States, claiming about 50,000 lives a year and hospitalizing more than a million adults. Older adults, young children, smokers, and […]
Among the many fears about aging, few are as deep as the fear of dementia. Most of us grew up believing memory loss was inevitable, something we couldn’t prevent or delay. But science is telling a different story. In recent years, research has revealed that how we live has a powerful influence on how our […]
Pre-sliced smoked salmon is a convenient source of high-quality protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and other essential nutrients that can elevate the taste of many dishes. This quick pasta dish is a great example. A splash of cream lends a touch of richness while keeping this dish on the light side, and toasted pine nuts, lemon […]
