Tag Archive for: aging well

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Dressed for a Formal Event that Nobody Else was Attending

For over two years, a few mornings a week, I would get up in the dark, put on my swimsuit, a big lined swim coat, and a thick beanie. I made a cup of coffee, got into my car, and drove to a quiet bay. I made a date with a good friend and…

Metabolic Syndrome: A Primer

Nobody wakes up and feels like they have metabolic syndrome. It builds quietly while we are managing the symptoms we can feel. Knowing what to look for and being willing to make diet and lifestyle changes are among the most proactive steps…
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The Estrobolome: What is Missing From Most Menopause Conversations

I find it fascinating that there is a community of bacteria deep in your gut whose entire job is to manage your estrogen. Most women have never heard of it. But in perimenopause, it becomes one of the most important…
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Heart Health: A Whole-Body Perspective

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in women. When we talk about cardiovascular health, the conversation often starts and ends with cholesterol numbers and blood pressure readings. Those markers matter, but they are only…
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Osteoporosis: It is Not Just A Woman’s Disease

Osteoporosis is something that we know is, unfortunately, prevalent in post-menopausal women. An article came across my desk this week with some quite surprising news, at least to me.While osteoporosis has long been labeled a “women’s disease,"…
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Bone Health More Than Calcium, Strength Training, and DEXA Scans

Two months ago, I had a long-awaited and planned total knee replacement. One of the reasons I chose to do the replacement now instead of continuing to wait is that I have some osteopenia in the hip of the leg with my knee issues. I found I was…
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Simple Steps to Help Calm Stress and Inflammation

It’s no secret that life feels more stressful than ever. With schedules and commitments that leave us rushing from one thing to another, worrying about the “what-ifs” on repeat, skipping meals or making less than optimal choices because…
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Sustainable Seafood: It’s time to learn more

I have had more than one new client recently who has told me they are either hesitant to eat fish, flat out don't like it, or don't know how to cook it. Indeed, many poor fishing practices are not good for the environment, and some of the larger…
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Aging Well: Movement

As we end the year I am reflecting on how many of my friends, clients, and family members mention a symptom like stiff joints or sore muscles, brain fog, and new diagnoses around cardiovascular disease, cancer, or blood sugar, weight gain, and…
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Aging Well: Hydration

I am continuing my series on aging well with another key habit, adequate hydration. Proper hydration is one of the simplest things we can do to help support our health and wellness at any age, and especially as we age. Even being a little bit…
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Aging Well: Movement

One of the things I am passionate about is age well. For me, that means doing what I can to reduce my risk of chronic disease and cognitive decline, move with ease, create a community, and continue to have relevance and meaning in my life. It…