Let’s be honest: one of the great joys in life is good food. But for many older adults, that joy can start to fade. Food just doesn’t taste the same anymore. Is it the recipe? Did your taste buds go on vacation? Or did they just retire early without telling you? It turns out that […]
If your body were a castle, antioxidants would be the loyal guards patrolling the ramparts, keeping invaders at bay. Only, instead of swords and shields, these guardians use chemistry to fend off harmful free radicals—the molecular mischief-makers behind aging and many chronic illnesses. Sounds dramatic? Well, it kind of is. But the good news is […]
Somewhere along the line, fats and carbs got a bad rap. For decades, people have been led to believe that fat makes you fat and carbs are your worst enemy. But like most things in life, the truth is more nuanced. These two essential nutrients have been misunderstood for too long, and it’s time to […]
Let’s face it—eating the same few meals every week can turn the joy of eating into a chore. If you’ve ever stared at your plate thinking, “Didn’t I eat this exact thing yesterday?” you’re not alone. Even well-meaning healthy eaters can fall into the rut of repetitive meals. And while routine has its place (hello, […]
I am going to for the next few posts post about healthy eating. and my thoughts on how seniors can do this. There was a time when vegetables were the enemy. Remember those childhood standoffs at the dinner table? You versus the limp broccoli. Now, with the wisdom of years under your belt and a […]
The idea for this post came from Liesbeth Leysen, MSc, from her Post on BeBee, who wrote a post to help women embrace their inner child, and I think we as seniors need to embrace our inner child as well. As the seasons of life change, many seniors find themselves facing a quieter world. Friends […]
Creativity doesn’t just change how we see ourselves — it also changes how we connect with others. When you share your creative spark, whether it’s through music, stories, gardening, or simply the way you show up in a room, you’re offering something deeply personal. That’s what makes it so powerful. Many older adults worry about […]
One of the biggest shifts in retirement is the change in routine and identity. For decades, your job, your role as a parent, or your place in the community may have given you a sense of purpose. When those roles begin to change or fade, it’s natural to feel adrift. This is where creativity becomes […]
When most people think of creativity, they picture an artist painting at an easel or a musician composing a new song. But creativity isn’t just about producing art. It’s about engaging with the world in ways that feel meaningful and fulfilling. It’s about seeing possibilities instead of limitations. Many people don’t think of themselves as […]
Have you ever said, “I’m too old to learn that,” or “I don’t have the energy for this anymore”? If so, you’ve brushed up against something surprisingly common — self-directed ageism. That’s when we start to believe the negative messages about aging that we’ve heard all our lives, and we unknowingly turn those beliefs inward. […]
