Cooking Tips

Toast spices in a dry pan for 30-60 seconds before using them to release their aroma and deepen their flavor.

Add a pinch of salt to fruits like watermelon or mango, it enhances their sweetness instead of making them salty.

Always let the meat rest for a few minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute and the meat stays tender and juicy.

For women over 50, intermittent fasting should be approached cautiously, with many finding starting with a 12-hour daily fast or the 16/8 method (a 16-hour fast with an 8-hour eating window) to be good starting points.

Focus on getting adequate amounts of Vitamin A, which supports photoreceptor cells and a healthy cornea, and can reduce the risk of age-related eye diseases. Vitamin A is essential for maintaining a moist, healthy cornea. Focus on eggs, carrots and sweet potatoes.

Good sources include oranges and orange juices, red and green peppers.