I’m sure you heard the old Welsh proverb, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” That saying becomes especially timely as we grow older. An Oxford University study claims that if you start eating apples every day after you're over 50, it’s just as good as taking a heart pill (statin) and that eating more fruit prevents over 8,500 heart attacks per year. Don’t get me wrong. … [Read more...]
3 Power Seeds That Will Extend Your Longevity
If you want to add extra oomph to your breakfast cereal, for more pep, vigor, and other wellness benefits, try sprinkling it with 3 super healthy power seeds. They will help you live longer and healthier. It's a good idea to purchase whole seeds and then run them through a coffee grinder, as you need them, to release their oils and keep them … [Read more...]
Oatmeal with Pineapple, Raisins and Walnuts
I was never into eating oatmeal or cereal for breakfast for most of my life. It was always too bland and uninteresting. My choice would be eggs or leftover lunch or dinner instead. Now that I'm older and more concerned with my health, I’ve developed an appreciation for good ole’ oatmeal. But it doesn't have to be boring white gruel. In the recipe below, I've added … [Read more...]
Why Eating Clean Will Help You Live Longer and Better
There’s a trending eating style that makes more sense than any “diet” I've ever heard of especially for those of us over 50. It’s called “eating clean.” The concept isn't exactly “new.” Before humans learned how to process food, most of our food was clean, with the exception of a worm or two. If you get into the habit of eating clean, you can enjoy the … [Read more...]
Cucumber and Cantaloupe Summer Cooler
Summer where I live in Los Angeles can be relentlessly hot and it's important to stay hydrated But why not have something tasty that's good for you as well? This Cucumber and Cantaloupe Cocktail Summer Cooler recipe will help you beat the heat. Enjoy this Recipe! Wonderful and refreshing Cucumbers I love cucumbers because they’re so refreshing. One of … [Read more...]