Cauliflower is a favorite chameleon of the vegetable world: high in fiber and nutrients, low in calories and nearly fat-free, yet remarkably filling and compatible with a full range of flavors. Here, it’s paired with pearl couscous, spiced with warm seasonings and freshened with a tangy herbaceous sauce for a simple entrée that tastes complex […]
When you think about exercise for heart health, you might think of walking, running or swimming first. But lifting weights should be on that list, too. A major study published this year in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that women who regularly performed strength training had a significantly lower risk of […]
Bob Wittig is 92 years old. He works out three times a week, mows his own lawn, and enjoys playing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. And he didn’t start lifting weights until he was 61. Wittig has been working out consistently for 31 years. His 60- to 90-minute sessions cover his entire body, from legs […]
The all-American potato salad we expect at any picnic or barbecue is typically loaded with mayo, hard-boiled eggs, sweet pickles, and other things that may throw off your diet. The French have a better way. Instead of binding the ingredients together with a fatty dressing, they toss the cooked potatoes in a light, mustardy vinaigrette […]
Strength Training Can Help You Get Back to the Things You Love Here’s a story that’s picked up steam internationally and shows the life-changing power of strength training for mature adults. After breaking her wrist in 2025, Christine Tan couldn’t lift a cup of tea with her injured hand. Today, the 82-year-old London woman attends […]
Breast cancer treatment left Debbie Mendoza so exhausted that cleaning the kitchen could wear her out. The retired teacher wanted to be active again but wondered how she could exercise without any energy. She began with two minutes of movement a day through MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Active Living After Cancer program. Two minutes gradually […]
When you want something sweet, you don’t have to completely give up the foods you enjoy. These gluten-free chocolate chip cookies offer a simple way to enjoy a treat while being mindful of the ingredients. Made with almond flour, honey, vanilla, and bittersweet chocolate chips, they’re soft and cakey in the middle with lightly crisp […]
“Reinvent yourself” is a popular mantra. Jean Titus lived it. The former investment adviser began building his own ventures after the 2008 downturn. Then his mother died, and a chance meeting with a former pro athlete made him realize his fitness had slipped below his own standards. “I started getting serious about this when I […]
Does This Sound Familiar? You’d like to join a gym, but you don’t think you’re fit enough yet. You’re worried that everyone else is already in great shape, and you don’t want to feel uncomfortable or intimidated. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many people feel this way when they’re getting started—or getting back […]
Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean complicated recipes or spending hours in the kitchen. This simple, flavorful combination of peaches and roasted chicken makes an easy meal for active adults who want to enjoy nutritious food without overcomplicating it. The chicken provides protein to help support strength, while fresh peaches add natural sweetness and seasonal […]
