After the pandemic, we all know how important it is to maintain a strong immune system, particularly among people over 65. Now, as we’re heading into cold and flu season, you want to devote your new awareness to taking positive steps for your health every day. Regular exercise is among the best things you can […]
Here’s a story about one positive step leading to another… and then another… When Jerry Murck took up exercise two years ago, he focused one on activity, rowing, because he loved it and enjoyed doing it almost every day. He lost about 100 pounds over 18 months and felt better than ever. Then he fell […]
The classic chicken and eggplant Parmesan you see on Italian menus typically involves heavy breading, copious amounts of oil for frying, and blankets of oozy cheese. This version, from Virginia Willis’s “Bon Appetit, Y’all,” dramatically cuts the fat and boosts the nutritional value, without sacrificing any of the satisfaction. “Steaks” cut from whole heads of […]
Look at the people in this photo collage. What do they have in common? They all exercise at a gym regularly – and they’re all well over 50 years old. They are living proof that the spectacular benefits of fitness have no age limit. “Whether you’re in your 40s or your 80s, you will benefit […]
If it’s not too soon for scenes like this one in stores, then it’s not too soon to plan your fitness over the holiday season. Imagine waking up on January 1st feeling fit, energized, and proud of yourself. There is no need for a resolution, no guilt from too many holiday treats, and no sluggish […]
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 […]
