Category: Longevity

Why Inflammation Increases With Age and What You Can Do About It

Are your joints feeling a little stiffer than they used to? Does it take longer to recover after exercise? Have you noticed that your energy levels aren’t quite the same? Many people assume these changes are simply a normal part of getting older. But researchers have found that an underlying

How Much Protein Do You Need as You Age?

Have you noticed your body changing as you get older? Maybe you’re seeing a little more fat around your midsection and less muscle tone in your arms and legs. You may feel slightly weaker than you used to, or notice that your metabolism doesn’t feel quite the same. Many people

How Much Protein Do You Really Need Per Day?

Protein is everywhere right now. Energy bars, drinks, cereal, yogurt, and even bread now carry “high protein” claims on the label. We tend to associate protein with strength, metabolism, weight control, and healthy aging. When we see “high protein,” we often assume the product is healthier. So do we really

Seven Tips to a Healthy Aging Brain

  Do you sometimes feel like your brain is not quite as sharp as it used to be? Maybe you are forgetting names more often, struggling to focus, or just feeling mentally foggy. If so, you are not alone, and it is not just “in your head”. As we age,

12 Health Hacks from a NYC Nutritionist

Ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day to eat well, move your body, and still keep up with life in the city that never sleeps? Living in New York City means juggling a hectic schedule, late nights, and constant movement. Between work deadlines, social plans, and navigating

26 Heart-Healthy Diet and Lifestyle Tips

  How often do you think about heart health when it comes to your diet? For many people, it’s not something they focus on day to day. Heart disease often feels distant or like a concern for later in life. Yet it is the leading cause of death for both

What Are Prebiotics? Benefits, Foods & Supplements

Gut health is everywhere these days—from probiotic sodas to microbiome testing kits. Yet while probiotics grab the headlines, another key player often flies under the radar: prebiotics. Many of us —especially if you eat on the run or follow a lower carb diet —aren’t getting enough of this overlooked but essential

5 Ways to Improve Metabolic Health

Metabolic health is a hot topic.  You’ve probably seen headlines about metabolism, blood sugar, or “metabolic resets.” But if you’re still wondering what it actually means, and why it matters, you’re not alone. Let’s start with the basics. Metabolism refers to all the chemical processes your body uses to turn food into

17 Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Decrease Inflammation

Inflammation is a hot topic these days – and for good reason! Chronic inflammation is linked to many diseases including heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Alzheimer’s,  Parkinson’s, cancer, PCOS, inflammatory bowel disease and more.  The typical American diet can cause inflammation. It’s  rich in pro-inflammatory compounds, and low in antioxidants and other

51 Free Workout Videos That You’ll Love

The year 2020 hasn’t been such a good one so far. And to top it off, you’d love to get in a workout at your gym to blow off steam … but it’s still closed! And the thought of running outside with a mask in the 95 degree heat isn’t

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