Gochujang is a Korean fermented pepper paste with a spicy-sweet, pungent flavor that can take the blandness out of practically anything. Here, it’s the key ingredient in a simple glaze that’s brushed on omega-rich salmon fillets. Pair it with your favorite green vegetable or any grain for a simple but elegant meal. Leftovers are great […]
Bernadette Harris knew she needed to make some changes in her lifestyle. “I was working 15, 16 hours a day. I wasn’t eating right. I wasn’t exercising,” she recalls now. Her high blood pressure scared her. “I don’t want to be the grandma on a walker,” Bernadette says. “If I didn’t make some changes, I […]
Did you know that “longevity” is trending? Yep, books and blogs, shows and podcasts… everybody’s writing and talking about how people are living longer now and will be living even longer in the near future. So, how can you extend your life with the healthiest practices to ensure autonomy and quality of life? Well, forget […]
“Scrumptious” isn’t a word you often hear to describe broccoli, but it applies to this recipe, lightly adapted from Michal Korkosz’s “Polish’d: Modern Vegetarian Cooking from Global Poland.” Charring the florets lends a smoky flavor enhanced by a drizzle of tangy soy-based dressing that gives a boost of umami, or “fifth flavor.” A dollop of […]
Have you heard about High-Intensity Interval Training and wondered what HIIT’s all about? Or noticed joggers or walkers sporadically speeding up for short bouts? HIIT is a great way to make the most of aerobic exercise, and although it has media buzz, it’s not just a trend. It’s also not just for “the young and […]
At 73, Carolyn found herself at a crossroads. Years of spinal trouble and chronic pain had left her too weak to walk to the car alone, let alone drive. “Everybody was really sweet – ‘Let’s take care of Nana,’” the retired midwife recalls. “But I didn’t want to be that old yet. I still wanted to have […]
This warm and fortifying vegetarian stew is adapted from one shared by Nadia Ghulam, an Afghan cook now based in Madrid, to serve refugees for a project featured in “The World Central Kitchen Cookbook” by the humanitarian organization’s founder, Chef Jose Andres. It’s quick and easy and loaded with flavor and goodness. The creamy, tangy […]
It’s the time of year when everyone wants to build new habits, and “getting in shape” is always one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. We love it, of course, and welcome everyone who’s starting this month – and all our returning friends who are back for more strength, endurance, and agility. Over the years, many […]
Whether you’re trying to dial back your alcohol or looking out for non-imbibing friends, include a zero-proof option in your cocktail offerings. This one, adapted from Toni Tipton-Martin’s “Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice,” is exceptionally refreshing and suits the season well. Serves 4. – Susan Puckett Ingredients Instructions1. In a medium saucepan, combine the […]
You’ve heard of low-carb diets and low-fat diets. But you’ve probably never heard of anyone telling you to avoid eating protein – especially after age 50 or so when we need to double our efforts to get enough of it. You need protein to grow and maintain muscle mass, which we naturally lose as we […]
