Author: Lily

Ralph Preziosi doesn’t just love to ski. He started a non-profit organization to lead international trips so others could enjoy the sport, as well. For Ralph, 69, skiing is a lifelong passion. And regular workouts at the gym make it possible for him to continue. “There’s nothing like it, going down a mountain and feeling a breeze on your face,” says Ralph, a retired food distributor. “It’s just an amazing feeling of freedom.” He’s far from unique among people over 50 who want to continue enjoying sports and recreational activities of all kinds. They know fitness gained in the gym…

Food, like I’m sure it is for most people, is extremely important in my family. Being of Mexican descent, we find it’s a way to feel closer to our roots and express our heritage. Some of my favorite memories are watching my nana cook in the kitchen, making menudo during the holidays, or bringing home barbacoa on Sundays for the family to enjoy. But as I grew older and slowly moved away from home, cooking became a way to help deal with my homesickness. After graduating from college, I knew I wanted to jot down all my family recipes so…

Twice baked potatoes with a Mediterranean twist! Skip the heavy ingredients and try this bright, Greek-inspired recipe featuring feta cheese, lemon, oregano, and garlic-infused olive oil. Fluffy, crispy, and easy to make! Photo Credits: Ali Redmond I’ve always loved classic twice baked potatoes—that perfect combination of creamy mashed potatoes enveloped in a crispy, salty potato skin. Growing up, my mom made them for holidays, so they always felt “fancy” to me. But I’ve learned that, although they require a little time, twice-baked potatoes are actually a hands-off side dish perfect for any busy weeknight. While traditional twice baked potatoe recipes…

I’m a big fan of oil pulling. I’ve shared before how I started this age-old practice and why I started oil pulling with coconut oil instead. I decided to give my oral routine an upgrade with these coconut oil pulling chews with essential oils! Coconut Oil Pulling Benefits Not familiar with oil pulling? It’s simply swishing oil (usually sesame or coconut oil) in your mouth, then spitting it out in the trash. There’s some research, and plenty of anecdotal evidence, that shows it can reduce plaque. Coconut oil is also naturally a mild antibacterial and can help keep oral bacteria…

This hearty Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew is delicious, super filling and easily comes together in under 30 minutes for the perfect weeknight dinner! A nourishing meal made with pantry staples that is gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan. Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Save This cozy Lentil and Sweet Potato Stew is super flavorful and loaded with good-for-you ingredients that leave you feeling…

If you’ve been diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis, your doctor has already discussed calcium, vitamin D, and weight-bearing exercise with you. That’s good advice, but there’s more to it than just those three things.  There’s another nutrient that deserves a seat at the table. Probably think of more for fighting colds and the flu than for helping with bones. It’s vitamin C.  There’s a growing body of human research that suggests vitamin C plays a much bigger role in bone health than most people realize. Dr. Tom Levy, in his book Death by Calcium, discusses how vitamin C also supports…

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If you’ve heard about Wegovy, the once-weekly weight loss injection, you may be wondering if there’s a simpler option. A daily oral Wegovy pill is generating interest for offering the same active ingredient, semaglutide, in a needle-free form. For those who prefer pills over injections, this could make medical weight loss feel more approachable. In this guide, we’ll explain how it works, possible dosing, benefits, and what research says about results. Let’s begin by understanding how this pill works ⇒ What Is the Oral Wegovy Pill? The oral semaglutide (wegovy pill) is once-daily semaglutide formulated for weight management in adults…

When we talk about mental health, we often focus on therapy, medication, or mindfulness. While these are vital, nutrition is an equally important piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked. What you eat doesn’t just affect your body—it plays a major role in how you feel, think, and cope emotionally. Scientific research continues to reveal a strong link between diet and mental well-being. From depression and anxiety to ADHD and bipolar disorder, what you put on your plate can influence how your brain functions. Let’s explore how nutrition supports mental health, which nutrients matter most, and how simple dietary…

How do you like your cabbage? It’s more than the main ingredient of coleslaw that’s at every cookout or on the side of every sandwich ever ordered at a diner, but it’s so much more versatile than that. These are 30 of the most popular cabbage recipes here on Allrecipes. They’ve been saved more than any others, and these recipes include hearty soups, classic cabbage rolls, casseroles, stir-fries, and more. Read on to find new cabbage recipes where the leafy cruciferous vegetable shines. Peyton Beckwith “This Crockpot cabbage roll soup delivers all the comforting flavor of cabbage rolls and truly…