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

Man experiencing back pain illustrating inflammation and aging

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 biological process may also be…

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How Much Protein Do You Need as You Age?

High-protein foods like salmon, eggs, chicken, nuts, cheese, and yogurt to support muscle maintenance and healthy aging

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 assume these changes are simply…

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Using a CGM Without Diabetes: Pros, Cons, and an Evidence-Based Perspective

Woman wearing a continuous glucose monitor on her arm while checking blood sugar levels on her phone without diabetes

  If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably heard the phrase “blood sugar spike.” You may have even noticed someone wearing a small white sensor on the back of their arm, scanning their phone after meals. At the same time, you might have been told you have prediabetes or noticed your…

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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, it is normal to experience…

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25+ Heart Healthy Snacks Under 175 Calories

Heart healthy snacks

When you hear the word snack, you probably think of chips, candy, or something “junky”. While many packaged snacks don’t support heart health, there are plenty of nutrient-dense options that can actually help lower cholesterol, support healthy blood pressure, and reduce overall heart disease risk. If you’re looking to take your heart health beyond snacks, you may also enjoy…

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Why You Need Prebiotics for Health and What Foods Contain Them

I’m writing this blog post because most of my clients eat on the run and/or may be following a lower carb diet. Most of our diets are lacking in this “overlooked” nutrient that is essential for good health! This blog post is lengthy and a little “sciencey” … but try to read it! You’re probably…

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Top 9 Blog Posts of 2016

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!  It’s hard to believe that 2016 has come to an end. I’d like to wrap up the year by re-posting 9 of my most popular blog posts from 2016.  Thanks for reading my blog. I’d love to know what topics you’d like me to blog about in 2017.  …

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13 Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Healthy Aging

You can’t turn back the clock when it comes to your age. But why is it that some people age in a healthy manner and others don’t fare as well? Is there a secret to healthy aging? Will taking supplements, eating organic, following a vegan diet or drinking wine help? Or maybe you should take Dr. Oz’s…

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