Exercise

March 7, 2022

Exercise could be more important than diet for health

Two years of non-stop pandemic lock downs played havoc with fitness routines. From complete prohibition on outdoor activities to closure of gyms, playgrounds and rec centers to the end of recreational sports, what was a person to do? Walk. Luckily I love walking. I wore …

by Donna Feldman MS RDN

January 3, 2022

My 5 New Year Health Resolutions

Starting a diet is a January ritual and I’m here to tell you to do something different: Don’t “go on a diet”. Just make healthful choices. Permanently, most of the time. This is what I do. Permanently. Most of the time. It works. The term …

by Donna Feldman MS RDN

"Write what you know." Good advice for writers. Here's what I know: aging and nutrition. When I put those two very important and timely topics together, the result is this blog.

Lots of people see aging as a time of declining health. I see it as an opportunity to take charge of my health. I've got plenty of ideas about how to make food and lifestyle choices that are sensible, enjoyable, uncomplicated and the promote health.

My diet for healthy aging is 'sometimes vegetarian.' My food choices emphasize whole foods, simple cooking techniques, flavor and familiar ingredients. And at a time of life when certain nutrient needs are increased, I'm not opposed to adding supplements to support health.

A healthy lifestyle can't prevent aging. But it can increase the years spent with a high quality of life as you age.

Exercise

Exercise could be more important than diet for health

My 5 New Year Health Resolutions

Healthy aging is my passion