Healthy aging includes physical, mental and cognitive health, along with the ability to live independently. Food, movement, stress and sleep habits can support that goal, while a closer look at nutrition labels can help separate product claims from evidence.
During menopause, high-sodium meals and sugary, low-fiber foods can work against heart-health goals. Dietitians suggest practical swaps and a closer look at the serving size, protein and fiber in nutrition shakes.
Yogurt can provide protein and calcium, nutrients linked to muscle and bone health as we age. Research has found some favorable associations, but it does not show that yogurt prevents frailty or fractures. Here's what to check on the label and what the studies can and cannot tell us.
A familiar mix of protein, vegetables and starch can help women over 50 build balanced meals without costly trends. Here's how to update old-fashioned dishes, set realistic protein expectations and check nutrition-shake labels when convenience matters.
After menopause, bone loss can outpace bone rebuilding. Cottage cheese provides protein and calcium, but it is one food, not a treatment. Here is what its nutrition numbers mean and how to assess similar claims on shakes and supplements.
Adults over 60 may need fewer calories, but they still need good nutrition. Federal guidance gives broad calorie ranges, not personal targets. Food and shake labels can help shoppers see what each serving provides.
Canned soups can do more than fill you up fast-they can give you protein, fiber, and nutrients that help your muscles, heart, and digestion as you get older. Here's how to pick the right cans and what to skip in the soup aisle.
DailyColours packs phytonutrients from 16 Mediterranean fruits, vegetables, and herbs into a four-color blend. Early studies look at whether this mix can do what single-compound supplements can't for healthy aging and brain health.
Prostate health is shaped by more than genetics. Beans, tomatoes, berries, cruciferous vegetables, and whole grains bring nutrients that may help support prostate function and overall well-being.
Squats get a lot of attention for knee arthritis, but do they really stand alone? We dig into the clinical research, what's on joint-support product labels, and what matters most for people looking for real results.
Perimenopause shifts energy, metabolism, and body shape. UNC's Abbie Smith-Ryan, PhD, says this is the time for women to focus on strength training and nutrition to protect long-term health.
Edamame is a plant-based protein source that supports muscle, heart, gut, and bone health. Here's why this green bean deserves a regular spot in your meals if you want to stay strong and independent as you age.
Vitamin D deficiency is widespread among women over 30, putting bone, muscle, and immune health at risk. Here's why experts say vitamin D deserves special attention and how to make it part of a healthy aging strategy.
A six-month clinical trial found that limiting daily eating to an eight to nine-hour window may help improve memory and problem-solving in overweight or obese women aged 50 to 79, independent of weight loss.
From butternut to kabocha, see how each squash variety brings something different to the table-and why mixing them up can give your meals and your health a boost all season.
A large German study of 7,500 adults found that ten different healthy eating patterns-including Mediterranean, DASH, Nordic, and plant-based diets-were all linked to slower biological aging. No single diet came out on top, suggesting people have flexibility in choosing a healthy eating style.
Seemingly harmless foods on your plate could be quietly draining your bones of strength year after year. Discover the six most common culprits and the science behind their impact.
