Always Ageless® Skin Care
Consistency is key!
You need to understand that your body responds to what you do consistently, not what you do occasionally.
And there is a larger lesson here that applies to more than just supplements, eating or exercising. Your body responds to patterns...
Know Your Skin
What are we actually nourishing anyway?
It's important to understand the composition of your skin, what the structural components are, and the importance of each one.
Nourishing each part of this complex equation dictates how you are going to look and feel.
Elegant Aging Starts in the Kitchen
Not only is cooking at home a great creative outlet, you have control over what you feed your body, your brain and your skin. You can also avoid unnecessary toxins and chemicals from interfering in your Elegant Aging. Inspiration comes from everywhere when you are creating Elegant Aging menus in your own kitchen.
Elegant Aging Nutrition
Your body is constantly maintaining, repairing and rebuilding tissue, but it needs the raw materials to do that. Enter the Elegant Aging Nutrition philosophy, that starts with my three food groups - clean, lean and as unprocessed as possible.
Nutrient-Dense Food Categories
You don't need to memorize 100 different superfoods. You just need to know these categories, then choose a variety from each list each day and you'll get almost everything your body, brain and skin need at this time in your life.
Shop for Nutrient-Dense Foods
There is a fail-safe way to shop for the most nutrient-dense foods at a grocery store, and this is the first in a short series on how to do that. Start with shopping by food categories. This will assure you will have what you need at home to get all the nutrients you need on a daily basis.
Wild-caught vs. Farmed, Grass-fed vs, Grass-finish, Organic vs. Pasture-raised
It makes a difference in how your protein is raised, treated and processed. Here is the explanation of the terminology used, and what it actually means. You may be surprised to learn this side of the food you eat, but now you will be a more educated consumer. You will choose on purpose.
Dark Leafy Greens & Cruciferous Vegetables
Learn how to shop for dark leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables and why these nutrient-dense vegetables are especially valuable for healthy aging. Discover how to choose broccoli, kale, spinach, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and other vegetables rich in vitamins, minerals, carotenoids and protective plant compounds.
Shop Vibrant Colored Fruits and Vegetables
When shopping for the most nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables for women over 50, vibrant colors are the key. These will provide you with the most antioxidant-rich foods for healthy aging. Eat the rainbow by choosing a variety of vibrant colors to feed your body, brain and skin.
Legumes, Nuts & Seeds
Which legumes, nuts and seeds should women over 50 be eating, and what should you look for when buying them? Learn about plant protein, fiber, resistant starch, healthy fats, omega-3s, vitamins and minerals, plus how to choose dried vs. canned beans, properly prepare legumes and reduce lectins, and select and store nuts and seeds. We’ll also look at walnuts, almonds, Brazil nuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, flaxseed and hemp hearts—and discover why peanuts are actually legumes, not nuts.
Healthy Fats
Which healthy fats should women over 50 be eating, and how do you choose the best ones at the grocery store? In this Elegant Aging Insights™ Nourish lesson, we explore extra-virgin olive oil, avocados, olives, fatty fish, nuts and seeds, and why these nutrient-dense fats play different roles in healthy aging. We’ll also decode the olive-oil aisle: extra-virgin olive oil vs. virgin olive oil vs. refined olive oil, what “cold extracted” means, why EVOO can be used for most everyday cooking, and what to look for when choosing olive oil.
Fermented/Dairy Foods
We explore Greek yogurt, skyr. kefir, cottage cheese, aged cheeses, sauerkraut, kimchi, miso and tempeh, and their roles in healthy aging.
Discover how fermented foods, probiotics and live cultures differ, how fermentation can improve digestibility, and why protein, calcium, B vitamins and beneficial microorganisms matter for gut health, bone strengh and overall wellness. We also discuss how to read food labels and avoid unnecessary added sugars.
How to Shop, Cook & Combine Foods for Better Nutrition
Eating well begins with knowing what to buy—and continues with knowing how to prepare it!
Discover the Elegant Aging Grocery Guide and Prepare & Pair, two complementary resources from Elegant Aging Insights™ designed to make healthy eating easier, more nutritious, and more enjoyable.
Learn how to choose nutrient-dense whole foods, understand food labels, use cooking methods that help preserve nutrients, and combine ingredients to support better nutrient absorption and bioavailability.
From dark leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables to healthy fats, proteins, and colorful fruits, explore practical nutrition tips, delicious meal inspiration, and complementary food and wine pairings.
Eating well shouldn't be a chore. It should be a treat!
Prepare & Pair | Healthy Seafood Cooking, Nutrient Absorption & Wine Pairings
Discover how to prepare and pair nutritious seafood to preserve essential nutrients, support nutrient absorption, and create delicious, healthy meals.
In this episode of Prepare & Pair from Elegant Aging Insights™, we explore three seafood dishes:
Salmon: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, paired with orange supremes, broccoli, and a Pinot Noir sauce.
Shrimp: A refreshing ceviche with avocado, lime, and pico de gallo, served in crisp lettuce cups.
Red Snapper: Sautéed with white wine, shallots, capers, and butter, accompanied by asparagus.
Learn practical seafood preparation techniques, discover the nutritional benefits of fish and shellfish, and enjoy complementary food and wine pairings.
Eating well shouldn't be a chore. It should be a treat!
Prepare & Pair: Easy Gourmet Beef, Chicken & Pork Dishes
Discover three delicious ways to transform everyday beef, chicken, and pork into elegant, vegetable-rich meals with Prepare & Pair, part of Elegant Aging Insights™.
Explore French pot-au-feu with tender beef and garden vegetables, Asian-inspired chicken stir-fry with roasted cashews, and herb-roasted pork loin with apples, fennel, Brussels sprouts, and a cider-Dijon sauce.
Discover complementary flavors, cooking inspiration, and food and wine pairings featuring Côtes du Rhône, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc, and Counoise.
Eating well shouldn't be a chore. It should be a treat!
Prepare & Pair | Dark Leafy Greens & Cruciferous Vegetables
Discover how to prepare and pair dark leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables to preserve nutrients, improve nutrient absorption, and create delicious, healthy meals!
In this episode of Prepare & Pair from Elegant Aging Insights™, we explore three Mediterranean-inspired dishes:
Spinach Soup: Creamy Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, lemon, and extra virgin olive oil complement nutrient-rich spinach.
Whole Roasted Cauliflower: Discover how cooking methods and mustard powder can influence the formation of beneficial sulforaphane-related compounds in cruciferous vegetables.
Stuffed Red Cabbage Rolls: A flavorful combination of rice, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and toasted pine nuts, highlighting the colorful polyphenols found in red cabbage.
Learn practical cooking techniques, the differences between raw and cooked vegetables, and how to pair foods for better nutrition, along with complementary food and wine pairings.
Prepare & Pair | Raw vs. Cooked Fruits & Vegetables: Better Nutrient Absorption
Discover how to prepare and pair vibrantly colored fruits and vegetables to preserve nutrients, improve nutrient absorption, and make healthy eating delicious!
In this episode of Prepare & Pair from Elegant Aging Insights™, we explore:
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Tomatoes: Raw vs. cooked, lycopene absorption, and the benefits of extra virgin olive oil.
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Bell Peppers: Vitamin C, carotenoids, cooking techniques, and what to know about nightshades and lectins.
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Pomegranates: Anthocyanins, polyphenols, and the fascinating role of the gut microbiome.
Enjoy Mediterranean-inspired recipes, including oven-roasted cherry tomatoes, Greek stuffed bell peppers, and a colorful pomegranate salad, along with complementary food and wine pairings.
Eating well shouldn't be a chore. It should be a treat!
Prepare & Pair: Easy Gourmet Beef, Chicken & Pork Dishes
Discover three delicious ways to transform everyday beef, chicken, and pork into elegant, vegetable-rich meals with Prepare & Pair, part of Elegant Aging Insights™.
Explore French pot-au-feu with tender beef and garden vegetables, Asian-inspired chicken stir-fry with roasted cashews, and herb-roasted pork loin with apples, fennel, Brussels sprouts, and a cider-Dijon sauce.
Discover complementary flavors, cooking inspiration, and food and wine pairings featuring Côtes du Rhône, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc, and Counoise.
Eating well shouldn't be a chore. It should be a treat!
