The best diet for preserving muscle mass as you age

One of the greatest challenges to aging is preserving lean (muscle) tissue mass. Losing it leads to falls and fractures. And we tend to eat foods that cause muscle loss. Researchers have shown that acidic bodies promote muscle wasting. Eating protein-laden diets and even the popular cereal-grain diet leads to a net acid load. That means the popular grain-based diets that are vegetarian could be self-defeating in the long run.

Do calcium supplements make your bones weaker?

As you may know, calcium is critical for the quality of your life, and especially as you age. However, I don't recommend calcium supplements. So, you'll likely want to know where to get that calcium. I am repeatedly asked where I get mine, since I eat so little dairy.

Is your mouthwash raising your blood pressure?

I know, it sounds crazy, doesn't it? But, crazy as it sounds, there is a definite possibility that some people will have to choose between having sweet smelling breath and having high blood pressure. It all has to do with the bacteria in your mouth.