Want a muffin that you can feel good about eating? These muffins have fiber, protein, are low in sugar and fat, but high in YUMMINESS. Grab a bowl, a spoon, some muffin tins (& liners) and let's go! Yield: 16 muffins. 1 1/4 cup rolled (old fashioned) oats 1 cup Fairlife non-fat milk (or milk … Continue reading Jen’s OATMEAL MUFFINS
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Don’t Waste Away
SARCOPENIA is the age-related, progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass, strength, and function, leading to weakness, balance problems, falls, and reduced independence, often seen in older adults but also linked to inactivity, poor nutrition, chronic illness, or even obesity (sarcopenic obesity). Caused by factors like aging, hormonal changes, inactivity, and inflammation, it can significantly … Continue reading Don’t Waste Away
Spicy Morning Glory Muffins
Want something a little spicy for breakfast that is loaded with lots of good stuff? These low sugar, low fat muffins have 3.5 grams of fiber and 7 grams of protein and 150 calories. Get out a big bowl and a spoon and make some today. Yields 19 muffins. [Macronutrient & Caloric stats are based … Continue reading Spicy Morning Glory Muffins
FALLING – Let’s AVOID IT
For adults over 65, falls are the leading cause of injury-related death in this age group, with the rate of fall deaths increasing with age. There are things that we can do to avoid falls and I encourage you to take action. The best way to avoid being injured from a fall, is to not … Continue reading FALLING – Let’s AVOID IT
KEEP YOUR BRAIN HEALTHY
When we are inactive, it doesn’t take long to start feeling weak, especially when we are older. Studies have shown that it only takes a few days of lying in bed to start losing strength, flexibility and balance. I’m sure you’ve heard: If we don’t use it, we lose it. That applies to our brains … Continue reading KEEP YOUR BRAIN HEALTHY