Mailbag: Gaining Weight DESPITE Eating Right? Here’s Why…
“Why am I gaining weight, even though I am watching what I am eating?” Hi Frustrated Friend, I don’t know if it helps to hear it (I suspect it does), but you’re not alone. Many of us fight an uphill battle against the scale as we age, even when we’re doing “everything right.” But what...
Do Protein Needs Drop with Age? The SURPRISING Answer
I had a patient ask me the other day if they needed as much protein now as when they were younger. After all, we aren’t quite as active as seniors compared to when we were spring chickens. It’s a good question. And the answer might surprise you… Remember when you could devour a whole pizza...
Mailbag! STOP Senior Muscle Loss with THIS
I’m looking to build muscle and stay strong. What would you recommend in the way of supplements and exercises? I’m a senior, so I don’t want anything too intense. –Ron from Weirton, WV ***** Ron, This is actually an area I love to talk about. Keeping muscle mass as you age is one of the...