Diet

So what’s in your pill box? Do you take a host of medications, supplements, and vitamins every day? The data show that 70% of adults aged 65 and older take a multivitamin or other type of supplement regularly, and that more than $12 billion per year is spent on these…

If you find yourself confused these days as to what you should be prioritizing in your diet, you’re not alone. Earlier this year, the USDA revised its message for the 2025-2030 dietary guidelines, leaving many experts confused, if not distressed, about the science supporting these new recommendations. While the new…

You may or may not realize that February is American Heart Month. So, while you’re making plans for affairs of the heart for February 14th, you might also want to gain better insight into just how your physical heart is doing these days. If you’re anything like other older adults,…

So how much are you paying for coffee these days? According to CNBC, the cost of coffee has gone up dramatically in recent years, and Consumer Reports notes that the price jumped 19% in 2025. Almost makes you wonder whether it’s worth drinking at this point- though for many, giving…

For many, maintaining a healthy diet as we get older is a daily challenge. With nutritional needs that differ from our younger years and health challenges that need consideration, it’s no wonder some just throw up their hands and reach for whatever is handy and delicious (and often less than…

The connection between lifestyle behaviors and brain health has been firmly established. We’ve highlighted numerous studies that document how basic activities, such as exercise, eating, social engagement, and sleep, can affect brain health and potentially increase or decrease your risk for such afflictions as memory loss or dementia. In recent…