Staying healthy and maintaining your weight can become increasingly difficult as you age. With so much conflicting information circulating about what’s best for the body, deciding between diets like vegan, paleo, ketogenic, raw and more can leave your head spinning. But one thing is certain, high amounts of simple carbs can cause problems for your […]
5 Reasons to Eat Your Lentils
Lentils are one of the first foods to have ever been cultivated and date back to over 8000 years. They’ve been discovered in multiple archaeological sites in Central Asia and the Middle East. Since the spreading of their seeds, lentils have become a staple and traditionally eaten with wheat, barley or rice. In India, lentils […]
8 Easy Ways to Get More Protein and Stay Strong
As rates of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome and diabetes continue to rise in all populations, including those over 65, it is important to keep a healthy and balanced diet. More than ever it is imperative to get all of your essential amino acids from balanced proteins to keep your mind and body strong. But believe […]
6 Unbeatable Reasons to Eat Your Beets
Beetroot is typically not on peoples’ list of favorite vegetables, but the beautifully red pigmented root packs a hearty amount of vitamins and benefits. If you’re not eating your beets, you may want to start stocking your fridge with this incredible super food. Here’s why: Improves Oxygen Flow to Your Brain Beetroot is rich in […]
Balanced Nutrition for Seniors
In order to remain healthy and fit, seniors have to take adequate measures to eat right and exercise regularly. If you are over the age of 65, you want to live healthier so you can enjoy the sunset years of your life. Provided you follow an ideal diet with regular physical activity, you can certainly hope to […]