Ti-Malice is a character in Haitian folklore who tries to make a sauce hot enough to scare off a greedy, uninvited visitor. But the plan backfires when the visitor deems the sauce delicious and tells everyone. This is how “Sos Ti Malice,” a Haitian condiment, was named. Lesley Enston prefers it as a sauce for […]
Did you know physical exercise protects not only your body – but your brain, too? It’s true! Here’s how: Most people are more familiar with the physical benefits of regular physical activity. It helps maintain a healthy weight, manage blood pressure, prevent diabetes, and keep us strong to function throughout our lifetimes, among many other […]
Regarding workout frequency, there are often two sides: people who exercise throughout the week and people who try to squeeze it on over the weekends. Sue says she does it all week, “Or I’d get too lazy to do it.” Susan says you should do whatever feels best for you and, “At the moment, daily […]
You already know a diet heavy in ultra-processed food is bad for you. Now, here’s one more reason to avoid junk foods—packaged desserts, snacks, meats, and more—that often contain sugar, preservatives, corn syrup, and chemical additives. They are linked to an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Scientists report a 17% higher risk of developing the disease […]
People used to say you could learn about someone’s character by the firmness of a handshake. Now, research tells us that grip strength can also indicate how long you might live. And it’s not the only everyday way to glimpse longevity. Studies also say we can learn about our future health by measuring: It’s fun […]
Swiss chard is a nutrient-packed green member of the beet family. Its ruffly leaves are sturdier than spinach but more tender and sweeter than kale, and its stems are juicy and crunchy like celery. Though typically sautéed, chard is also delicious raw, as proven by a hearty salad recipe lightly adapted from Joe Yonan’s new […]
You might not associate workouts with intimacy. But with September designated as World Sexual Health Month, it’s a good time to consider how much they help. According to one study, higher levels of aerobic exercise can improve sexual performance, stamina, and desire among men and women alike. And more exercise brings more benefits. For example, […]
Ricky Banks is a walking advertisement for fitness over 50 – which makes sense since he owns two gyms in his late 50s. But it became more important than ever after a near-fatal medical emergency a couple of years ago. Doctors and Ricky believe his healthy lifestyle helped him survive the loss of blood, the surgery, […]
Soba noodles are Japanese noodles made entirely or partially of buckwheat flour, a nutty-tasting gluten-free grain with a similar nutritional profile to whole wheat spaghetti. In this recipe adapted from one in Darlene Schrijver’s “The Salad Lab: Whisk, Toss, Enjoy,” they serve as the base for a hearty salad full of colorful veggies and complex […]
We’re often asked if just walking isn’t “good enough” for people over 50. The short answer is: Nope. Sorry, but it’s not. Walking IS an excellent first step – pun intended. So, if you’re considering starting an exercise program, then yes – get up and walk. Or, if you’ve already been walking more than usual, […]
