Although health isn’t always dictated by a number on the scale, a healthy weight is promoted for longevity. Look as good as you feel with these tips for eating and weight-loss. Focus on quality. While keeping calories in check is necessary for efficient weight loss, counting them shouldn’t be the primary focus. Rather than continuously
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Though the concept of eating well for aging well is not new or surprising, a recent study published in “The Journals of Gerontology: Series A” is among the first to analyze the long-term benefits of healthier diets across adulthood for physical function in older age. Led by the University of Southampton, researchers tracked the dietary
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It’s a year-long celebration of flavor and beauty as we honor and grow the beet. The National Garden Bureau (NGB) has declared 2018 the year of this garden mainstay. Dress up your dinner table with the NGB’s Edible of the Year.  Not only are beets tasty and pretty, but they’re also good for you.  These
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Turn up the heat and add a bit of spice to your meals with these winning hot peppers. Add them to your garden, flower borders and containers for added beauty and easy picking. Your biggest challenge will be narrowing down your choices. Let All-America Selections (AAS, all-americaselections.org) help. This non-profit organization tests new edible and
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