Welcome to the Flourish in Health blog!
Here you'll find a mix of evidence-based nutrition information, practical tips for plant-forward eating, recipes, and what it really looks like to build a healthier, more joyful life. No perfection required, just real, accessible guidance grounded in science and seasoned with a little personal experience.
Whether you're just beginning to explore plant-based eating, looking for ways to move and feel better as you age, or simply curious about what lifestyle medicine actually means in everyday life, you're welcome here.
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-Dr. Marie
4 Simple Ways to Walk Your Way Toward Healthier Aging
September is Healthy Aging Month, and it’s a great time to reflect on what it means to age well and, perhaps more importantly, what we can do today to support our future health and independence. When many people think about aging, they picture an inevitable decline in strength, mobility, balance, and energy. But while some changes are a natural part of getting older, research shows that many of the abilities we value most are influenced by how we use our bodies throughout our lives. This is one of the reasons I am so passionate about lifestyle medicine: our bodies are constantly adapting to the signals we send them. Every day, our bodies are quietly asking a simple question: “Is this function still needed?” If the answer is yes, the body invests energy in maintaining it. If the answer is no, it gradually lets that function fade.
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Live Longer (and Better) With the Blue Zones
Is longevity simply the result of good genes, a feature of a specific culture, or some secret ingredient or supplement? The answer is no: researchers have found many of the factors associated with exceptional longevity are everyday habits and environmental influences that are available to all of us, regardless of where we live. While none of us can guarantee a long life, the lessons from the Blue Zones offer a practical roadmap for improving our health, vitality, and quality of life at any age.
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Fiber (What It Is, Why It's Important)
Let’s be honest: fiber is not exactly the most glamorous nutrition topic. But have you noticed how fiber is now being added to several processed foods (similar to the protein-in-everything craze)? I'm happy that more people are actually talking about it and recognizing its importance to our overall health. If you've heard me talk about nutrition before, you're aware that I consider fiber to be my favorite "f" word (at least in the top two, anyway 😆). Let's dive into what it is, and why we all should be eating more of it.
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