

Did you know that speed and power are two of the most reliable indicators of longevity and long-term health?

This sweet-spicy chicken salad recipe pairs crunchy cabbage, mango and chicken with a Vietnamese-inspired dressing made with fish sauce and lime juice.

A diet that involves healthy eating prevents and even reverses chronic, long-term illnesses and leads to sustained weight loss – a whole food, plant-based diet.

Summer is a good time to remind ourselves about some healthy lifestyle choices. So, let’s review how to make the most of the season.

Rice's natural starch (helped along with a bit of coconut milk) turns into creamy, surprisingly light rice pudding with sweet floral flavor from coconut water. Top with dried fruits, toasted nuts, shredded coconut or seeds. From The Food Network.

Elastic exercise bands have been common in physical therapy offices, gyms and fitness studios. They’re a low-cost, lightweight option for resistance training, which is crucial for people over 50.

Martin stresses that being outdoors is good for our immune systems and mood, and hiking provides a vigorous workout, complete with endurance and high-intensity intervals. And, super-important for people later in life, it improves balance.

This is the type of simple, healthy, satisfying meal that gives Mediterranean cooking its reputation as the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition. With white wine, tomatoes, olives, and herbs, this chicken dish has the soul of southern France in every bite. From Eat This, Not That.

We eat too much added sugar in our diets– often without even realizing it, and often from processed foods. Sugar adds to a range of health issues common later in life, including Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, cancer and stroke.

Healthy Living Today: Top 10 Lessons