Fiber for women over 50 is getting a lot of attention lately. There is sooooo much information out there about eating more fiber, adding fiber powders, drinking prebiotic sodas, and trying high-fiber snack bars. But just the other day, there was an article in The New York Times asking whether we are “over-maxxing” fiber. So today,…
If you are frustrated by post-menopausal weight gain, even though you feel like you are doing everything right, you are not alone. This is one of the most common concerns I hear from women over 50. Many of us are still trying to use the same weight loss strategies that may have worked years ago,…
The reason I wanted to share my birthday brain-healthy dinner for women over 50 with you is because tomorrow is my birthday, and yes, I’m making myself a chocolate cake. In fact, I look forward to it. This is a special once-a-year treat, and I enjoy every bite. I think part of healthy aging, especially…
Is Your Dinner Fueling Inflammation? Feel Better Fast with Tasty Anti-inflammatory Food Inflammation can cause more than painful, swollen joints. It can touch almost every system in your body. If you have bloating, headaches, brain fog, or that “I’m so tired but I can’t sleep” feeling, food may be the hidden driver. How inflammation shows…
Raise your hand if “finding time to exercise” feels like one more thing on your never-ending list. Here’s the good news: you don’t need hours at a gym or a perfectly planned routine to get stronger. Today, I’m going to show you more ways to fit fitness into your daily life without hours at a…
If you’re a woman over 50 and feel more stiff or bloated than you used to, inflammation may be a bigger part of the picture than you realize. Inflammation is your body’s built-in repair system. When you’re injured or fighting an infection, your immune system sends white blood cells to protect and heal you. That…
The Holidays Are Coming!!!! Are YOU Ready? Thanksgiving starts a roll of holidays that focus on food. We find ourselves in the season of eggnog, holiday cookies, over-eating, and parties galore! I’m here to tell you that it’s okay to indulge a little during the holidays. In fact, it’s better to do so without guilt,…
Spring is in the air, even if the snow is still on the ground in Otis… With the warmer days and later sunsets comes the desire to get in shape for shorts and tanks. Many of us have put on our “winter weight,” like hibernating bears. For me, it’s the holiday season and my birthday…