Gift giving is SO much fun when you’re shopping for an active adult over 50 or so. From traditional to tech, from basics to ooh-la-la, there’s no limit. Use this list to get your ideas going and help people move more, recover better, and enjoy hobbies more. Happy shopping! This year, everyone’s all about longevity and […]
Hot, gooey artichoke dip is a reliable party-pleaser. This version, lightly adapted from Martha Stewart’s website, delivers just as much satisfaction without any guilt. Just whirl everything together in the food processor or blender, and you’re good to go. Plain Greek yogurt — full-fat or no-fat — stands in for the mayo; the reserved marinade […]
People are living longer than ever, but not always better. There’s a 13-year gap between lifespan and “healthspan,” the years we spend in good health. Closing that gap is one of the biggest opportunities of our time, especially since adults over 65 soon will outnumber those under 18. AARP CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan recently outlined […]
Every year, millions of people pledge to “get serious” about fitness once the calendar flips. It sounds tidy and motivational… until we remember what usually happens. Most resolutions fail by February, mostly because people set unrealistic goals and try to overhaul everything at once. It’s a recipe for burnout. Here’s a way to break that […]
The key ingredient here is chile crisp — that crunchy, spicy, infused-oil condiment from China that’s become an internet sensation lately. You mix it with mayo and honey to tame the heat, then slather it over your fillet. For crispy skin and even cooking, heat your pan in a screaming-hot oven, then immediately reduce the […]
We’ve known for years that regular exercise supports better brain health. But a significant new study helps clarify when physical activity may offer the strongest protection. A study published in JAMA Network Open followed adults from the long-running Framingham Heart Study and found that movement had the most significant impact at two life stages. Adults with the highest levels […]
When someone reaches 100, people rush to ask for “the secret.” But there isn’t one, according to at least one person who’s about to hit the milestone next month. Instead, actor-dancer Dick Van Dyke credits his longevity to a handful of steady habits — the same evidence-based behaviors we talk about all the time with […]
Refreshing as it is in the heat of summer, a pitcher of sangria fits right in with a holiday spread as well by adjusting the fruits and flavors to the season. This recipe shows how you can easily turn that concept into a healthy mocktail by swapping pomegranate juice for the red wine and supplementing […]
New research shows that just about a third of Americans 65 and older say their physical health is excellent or very good. And about 22% report difficulty with everyday physical activities such as walking, climbing stairs, and carrying groceries. That’s according to the Pew Research Center this month. It surveyed 8,750 U.S. adults of all […]
Anytime we think about gratitude, most people often put their health high on the list. And not much boosts your health quite like healthy habits – including regularly exercising, eating right, sleeping well, and managing stress. It’s always a good time to express gratitude. And here are a few more items to add to your […]
