Eating Fruit and Your Health

I just learned this may be a hoax so read it with an open mind!!! I have no idea where this article originated from but I thought it was most interesting. My cousin Joan sent it to me in an e-mail. ( Thanks Joan)  It seems everyone will find something interesting in this. Enjoy, I [...]

Alcohol and Aging

POSTED BY Chuck and Gayle on Nov 7 under Aging, Anti-aging, Beverage, Diet, Health

Older people are more likely to have additional health problems that are made worse by drinking alcohol.

Energy Drinks and Your Health

POSTED BY Chuck and Gayle on Aug 6 under Diet, Energy, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition

How often have you felt like you need some energy? We could all use some extra energy through out the course of our busy day, especially in those afternoon hours after we have just eaten.  No matter what your age a bit of an energy boost can keep us going through all of the demanding tasks [...]

What Is This Stuff Called Resveratrol ?

Scientists and doctors agree that there is something in red wine that appears to have promising heart-healthy benefits.

Cholesterol Reduction and Plant Sterols

Being knowledgeable about cholesterol and its effects on your body can help reduce the risk for a heart attack.  It is very important to keep your cholesterol under control. Maintaining a healthy weight and staying physically active are excellent ways to do this. Eating foods low in cholesterol and saturated fat and free of trans [...]

Superfoods

Just what is this thing called a SUPERFOOD? It is a food that is rich in phytochemicals, which have been noted to have disease-fighting properties.

Healthy Recipes

Turning back the clock may not be so difficult after all, especially if you have a few great recipes to motivate you to healthy eating.

Extend Your Life By Eating Right

Yes, you can age gracefully and add years to your life just by what you eat, and the sooner you begin the greater the benefit for you. It is a recipe for living longer and healthier. It is an opportunity to actually turn back the hands of time. By choosing the right foods many age-related changes can be reversed.

Battle Aging With Fruits and Vegetables

Most of us are not consuming enough of the recommended daily amounts of fruits and vegetables. These guidelines by the USDA recommend nine servings of fruits and vegetables a day. That would be about four half cup servings of fruit and five of vegetables or legumes. Sounds daunting to say the least. Most of us don’t get that in a week let alone a day.

Socialization Beats Loneliness

LONELY what a sad word. It is defined as having no friends or companionship. One of the most difficult challenges for seniors is maintaining or finding relationships with people from their generation who share their interests, experiences and hobbies. This peer interaction is quite essential for a healthy retirement and aging.

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