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The news keeps getting worse. While we’ve known for a while that eating ultra-processed foods (UPFs)- those convenient, often irresistible snacks, treats and ready-to-serve meals- have little nutritional value (and are often filled with sugars, salt, and other potentially harmful ingredients), the evidence keeps mounting that consumption of UPFs is…

There has been growing research evidence for several years now that reducing your calorie intake may lead not only to weight reduction, but also to less inflammation and even the slowing of biological aging. Of course, for older adults, fewer calories need to be balanced with sufficient nutritional intake and…

We certainly live in interesting times when it comes to dementia. On the one hand, the number of people diagnosed with dementia is expected to double by the year 2060, and it’s currently estimated that about 42% of the population over 55 will eventually be diagnosed with some type of…

By now, you know there’s a direct connection between the food that you eat and the state of your health as an older adult. Numerous studies and clinical insights have underscored the importance of food type, quality, and variety to give your body and brain the essential nutrients necessary to…

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…

If you’re at all concerned about healthy eating (and healthy aging) or have been a long-time agebuzz subscriber, then you’ll know what a “Mediterranean Diet” is and what health benefits you may derive from eating according to the elements of this “diet.” In fact, the Mediterranean Diet is not a…