It’s funny how events, and a little time, can enrich our perspective – like how much the pandemic has changed the way the world thinks about healthy living, especially for people over 50. You could say we’re more aware than ever of the relationship between lifestyle habits and remaining safe from diseases. At least, […]
Are you longing for some good news? We all are. 2020 is one of the most trying years in recent memory, with the pandemic leading the way. It’s enough to make some of us want to hibernate until things get better. But guess what? We’re not bears. And we don’t have to be. We’re going […]
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.
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.
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.
Here’s one big athletic event coronavirus couldn’t cancel: Global Running Day and related activities this week.
Being in good physical shape – with strength, endurance and flexibility – helps us remain independent and enjoy living as we please.
Keeping a positive mindset is vital to overall wellbeing, even in tough times -- maybe especially in tough times.
If you don’t have much experience with yoga, this might be an ideal time to take some introductory lessons. Even if you’re an experienced yogi, online classes are readily available, safe and effective.
