Healthy Aging

We all know the importance of a healthy diet as we grow older. Maintaining an optimal body weight is also important for a healthy lifestyle. Eating foods low in calories…

Want to lead an active and healthy life? Your choice of diet may play a big role. Being vegan is a choice that some people make to keep their body…

Our skin, the largest and one of the most vital organs we possess, demands our attention and care, especially as we age. It is easy to neglect skin care–and sometimes…

In our society where many Americans are conscious of obesity or simply being overweight, “snacking” is a term that sometimes has a negative connotation. It’s not the act of snacking…

Written by Sue Campbell, Kendal at Oberlin’s Community Nutritionist It is February! The hustle and bustle of the holidays is long gone. I look out my window at a blanket…

For many older adults, the hardest part about moving into a retirement community is deciding when it is “appropriate.” Generally, it’s the independent people who get this wrong. Why would…

  As adults try to monitor their weight, they tend to switch to diet soda vs. regular soda. However, it may be less calories, but not so healthy for you…

We’ve all heard about the numerous benefits of staying physically active as you age. For example, cardiovascular activity is great for heart health and weight loss, and strength training can…

Just how important is water? Well, according to the USGS Water Science School, over 50 percent of our bodies are made up of water, so it’s safe to say that…