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Consume More Berries
- Choose local or USA organic fresh or frozen (unsweetened) to reduce pesticide exposure.
- Aim for ½-1 cup 2-3 times per week minimum for heart health and improved cognitive function.
- Choose whole foods over supplements, powders, potions or chocolate covered berries.
- Cook cranberries with 100% fruit juice vs. sugar and use as a spread for sandwiches or on yogurt/oatmeal.
- Add berries to your smoothie, spinach salad, tortilla wrap and cold quinoa or brown rice summer salad dishes.
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Simple Tips for Extending Your Healthspan at 60+
As we grow older, it’s essential to adjust our habits to not only add years to our lives but also to enhance the quality of those years. One of the best ways to extend your healthspan is by embracing the Five Pillars of Health, which focus on key areas of well-being that support physical, mental, and emotional health. Following is an updated approach to these pillars, specifically tailored for the 60+ population, along with practical tips for integrating them into your daily life.
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3 Go-to Recipes for Your next Holiday Party
Having go-to recipes in your apron pocket can help ease stress and simplify your pre-party planning. These three, simple recipes, recommended by Vail Health staff, are tried-and-true options to get you out of the kitchen and into the social scene faster.
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Adjusting to Shorter Winter Days
When the clocks roll forward in March for daylight saving time, the loss of an additional hour of sleep can have an impact on the body. So when daylight saving time ends on November 3, 2024, what impact does it have on a person’s body?