Staying healthy as you age involves adopting a combination of physical, mental, and lifestyle habits. Here are some important habits to consider for maintaining health in older age.

Many of us (myself, included) would prefer to keep our wits about us and avoid the development of dementia at all costs. Some behaviors include not smoking, staying social, and keeping blood lipids in check. But which lipids are we talking about?

Reducing blood pressure is one of the top ways to reduce the risk of future heart attack and stroke. New research from Northwestern Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the University of Alabama at Birmingham finds that reducing salt intake can drop blood pressure even among those taking medication for hypertension.

Turmeric has a warm, slightly bitter taste with a peppery and earthy undertone. Its flavor profile is robust and aromatic, imparting a distinct golden-yellow color to dishes. The bitterness is subtle and often balanced by warmth and a mild spiciness. Some describe the taste as mildly pungent, reminiscent of mustard or ginger, which is unsurprising given that turmeric is part of the ginger family.