Diet

If you find yourself desperate to go outside and bask in the sun these days, no one would blame you. The freedom and pleasure of being outside on a warm sunny day is a well-deserved treat given the year we’ve all had. What will not be a treat, however, is…

Daryl Moss is the Founder of Mission To Wellness, a Nutritional, Health, and Wellness Coaching Service located in New York. Through individual one-on-one counseling as well as group sessions (all available virtually), she works with clients to provide concrete support and guidance as they journey toward better health and wellness….

The proof is in the pudding (actually skip the pudding and concentrate on the proof). As a nation, we have gained significant weight during the pandemic. Estimates are that on average Americans have gained 2 pounds during every month of lockdown. Not only is it more difficult to lose that…

You are what you eat, as the old saying goes. And for too many of us, what we’re eating is doing in our hearts. Regular readers of agebuzz know that your diet can directly impact your cardiovascular system and up your risk of heart disease, stroke, or even death. A…

Figuring out what to eat these days can be complicated. But some food advice is quite clear. For instance, there’s strong evidence that “5-a-day,” that is, 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, is both essential for healthy aging and now, with new research in the journal Circulation, associated…

During these cold, winter days, many of us are likely reaching for a hot beverage. And if you’re like most of the world (upwards of 80% of adults worldwide), your beverage of choice includes a caffeinated drink, likely either coffee or tea. And while we’ve espoused the benefits to be…