Season 2 – Episode 1 In Season II, Food Over 50’s first episode, “The Breakfast Club,” addresses our hasty and redundant consumption of what is widely consider “the most important meal of the day!” But is it? Does a lumberjack
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Eating Away at Inflammation
Season 1 – Episode 13 Did You Know? Inflammation can trigger chronic diseases such as heart disease and Type II Diabetes. A diet loaded with garden fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains and healthy plant based fats is a good start
The Spices of Life
Season 1 – Episode 12 “The Spices Of Life.” It’s an apt title for episode #12 of Food Over 50. After all, herbs and spices offer a bounty of concentrated anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory agents that are greater than almost any
The Weighty Issue Of Calorie Counting
Season 1 – Episode 11 Did You Know? Focus on all the wonderful foods that you can have, not just the foods you should limit. Concentrate on healthy, colorful foods with amazing flavor – low calorie doesn’t need to be
Aging and the Loss of Taste
Season 1 – Episode 10 Did You Know? As we age, our senses can diminish, so cooking with a variety of spices can help us with the continued recognition of flavor. All our senses are involved when enjoying the flavor
Unloading Carbs: Reducing Dietary Starch
Season 1 – Episode 9 Did You Know? Look for carbs that come with lots of vitamins and minerals like those from whole grains and vegetables. Foods containing carbs can bring a wealth of nutrients to the table, when chosen
Dietary Fat: The Good, The Bad & The Necessary
Season 1 – Episode 8 Fat is flavor! Butter and lard forever! That’s what all the self-styled cooking experts on commercial TV insist. But what if we’re getting along in years, our hearts and arteries could use a little tender
Eating the Rainbow
Season 1 – Episode 7 Did You Know? The colors in food have many health promoting properties. We begin eating with our eyes before we ever taste the food. Beautiful colors on our plate prepare us for a tasty meal. Try
The Power of Protein
Season 1 – Episode 6 Food Over 50 is not just your average Public Television “How To” cooking program. Instead, it’s more a “Why To” series emphasizing the importance of a nutritious and health-sustaining diet as we age. And our
Red Meat & Cholesterol
Season 1 – Episode 1 Did You Know? Cholesterol is only found in animal fats, not vegetables, fruits or grains. Cholesterol serves many important functions in the body – the goal is to maintain a balance. Sugar and saturated fat
Sodium vs Hypertension
Season 1 – Episode 2 Did You Know? Sodium is an essential nutrient and just like all nutrients, too much or too little isn’t good. Herbs and spices add the layers of flavor that make our foods delicious. About 75%
Omega 3’s: Are They a Fish Story?
Season 1 – Episode 3 Did You Know? Omega 3 fatty acids are an important ant-inflammatory agent in the body. Fattier fish such as salmon, mackerel, & anchovies are great sources of Omega 3 fatty acids. DHA is an omega