When we're striving to be healthy we often turn to so-called health food, but how do you know it isn't junk food? Someone made a comment on Facebook I thought was interesting. "Just because you're vegan doesn't mean you're eating healthy." That's so true! It's not that I have anything against going vegan. If giving up meat gets you excited, … [Read more...]
Grapefruit Salad with Fennel, Avocado and Raspberry Vinaigrette
I love making all sorts of salads and they're always fun when you add fruit. My Grapefruit Salad with Fennel and Avocado recipe is a refreshing symphony of flavors that blends citrus and licorice and is topped with a zippy raspberry vinaigrette. Enjoy this recipe I used pink grapefruit in this recipe because of its bright and cheery color and set it on top of … [Read more...]
A 90 Plus Polish Sculptor Shared His Most Important Key to Longevity
When I was in my late 20's I learned a key longevity secret from a brilliant and eccentric man named Stanislav Szukalski. He was a distinguished Polish artist and sculptor. We met when he was 90 but he had all his wits about him. I was surprised to find out he was also a horny old dude. Every time he had a chance, he'd "cop a … [Read more...]
The Real Truth About the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet is touted as the healthiest way to eat on the planet but there are misconceptions about what it really is. To be clear, the Mediterranean Diet is not a diet It's a way of life that encompasses sensible eating habits and has been known to extend longevity. When you think of Mediterranean food, your first thought … [Read more...]
The Test all Women Need to Diagnose Ovarian Cancer
Have you been putting off your well-woman exams? Did you know that Ovarian cancer is most commonly diagnosed in women over the age of 45? I was feeling bloated so my doctor recommended that I have a pelvic, abdominal, and trans-vaginal ultrasound to make sure there wasn't anything in there that wasn't supposed to be. Also, my"muffin top" made it hard for her to … [Read more...]