Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life The term “ultra-processed foods” was popularized by Brazilian researchers who designed a system to categorize foods by their degree of processing. This system, called NOVA (NOVA is not an acronym), groups foods according to the nature, extent, and purpose of the processing they undergo and dividesContinue reading “U is for Ultra-Processed Foods”
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L is for Longevity
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life Post written by Dr. Bob Murray Just for a moment, let’s forget about recent news stories on the promise of anti-aging pills or the billions being spent by biotech firms in hopes of unlocking the secrets to healthy aging. For now, let’s focus on a simpleContinue reading “L is for Longevity”
S is for Snacks–Food Snacks
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life We’ve written about S is for Snacks—Exercise Snacks, but today is about the kind of snacks you probably think of when you hear the word snack. S is for Snacks of the food variety. Who doesn’t like to snack? As we age, snacking can be aContinue reading “S is for Snacks–Food Snacks”
O is for Omega-3s
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life This post is a tag team effort: Bob Murray, describes the role of omega-3s and exercise and Chris Rosenbloom contributed the nutrition information on choosing omega-3 rich foods and supplements. As we age, our muscle mass gradually diminishes. In fact, it is estimated that, on average,Continue reading “O is for Omega-3s”
G is for GMO
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life A reader asked us to clear the confusion on GMOs so today’s G is for GMO. First, a quick quiz. Which of the following are grown using genetically modified organisms or GMO? Correct answer? None of the above. All are grown using traditional breeding techniques thatContinue reading “G is for GMO”
S is for Snacks — Exercise Snacks
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life Post written by Dr. Bob Murray Not enough time to exercise regularly? Limited access to equipment or facilities? Just too busy, too tired, too stressed, too swamped with everyday life to even think about a fitness program? Well, you are not alone. S is for snacks, exerciseContinue reading “S is for Snacks — Exercise Snacks”
A is for Artificial Sweeteners
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life My social media feeds have been full of headlines claiming that artificial sweeteners are “toxic” and “devastating” for health. Scary stuff, but should you chuck your packet of sweetener in your morning coffee and replace it with sugar? Personally, I don’t like the taste, or specifically,Continue reading “A is for Artificial Sweeteners”
G is for Gardening
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life If you enjoy gardening, like I do, you probably recognize it is a form of exercise, but you might not know that it can improve your heart health. So, G is not only for Gardening but also H for Heart Health. A new study of overContinue reading “G is for Gardening”
H is for Hydration
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life Post written by Dr. Bob Murray Most everyone understands that staying well hydrated is a good thing. We have all experienced what it feels like to be thirsty and we know firsthand what it feels like to be dehydrated as a result of physical activity orContinue reading “H is for Hydration”
B is for Blue Zones
Simple, Practical, Science-Based Tips for a Long Healthy Life If you are interested in longevity (and if you are reading this blog, you are!) then you know about the Blue Zones, areas of the world where people live long and live well. The Blue Zones gained national prominence in 2005 when Dan Buettner and hisContinue reading “B is for Blue Zones”
