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Posted on March 3, 2026 - Want to feel your best at any age? Check out “6 Keys to a Long, Healthy Life (Ice Cream Included)”! From building strong social connections and keeping your mind active to understanding what real wellness looks like (yes — ice cream is part of it!), this insightful piece from The Harvard Gazette breaks down simple, science-backed habits for living well — without stress or extremes.

Posted on February 26, 2026 - The United States Department of Agriculture has released new dietary guidelines for Americans. Similar to author Michael Pollan’s advice to “eat food, not too much, mostly plants,” the new guidelines urge Americans to mostly eat real food, limit sugars, and avoid ultra-processed foods (UPFs). Most people can identify what real food is and probably can recognize different sugars on food labels. But that last one is a bit of a head-scratcher. What exactly are ultra-processed foods?

Posted on February 24, 2026 - Too much sodium can raise blood pressure and affect heart health — but it’s not just the salt shaker you have to watch! These 8 everyday foods are surprisingly high in sodium.

Posted on February 19, 2026 - There are a lot of considerations when it comes to an older adult getting a pet. While many of us enjoy a furry (or feathery, or scaly) friend, older adults should keep a few things in mind when weighing the pros and cons of bringing a new pet into their home.

Posted on February 17, 2026 - Did you know that enjoying two to three cups of caffeinated coffee a day might be linked with a lower risk of dementia and slower cognitive decline? A recent Harvard Gazette article highlights a long-term study of more than 130,000 people that found those who drank moderate amounts of caffeinated coffee (and even tea!) showed about an 18% lower chance of developing dementia compared with those who drank little or none — and also reported better cognitive function.