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Phil Lempert

Food Secrets to Stress Relief

By Phil Lempert

As the holidays near, The Supermarket Guru recommends foods and beverages that are noted to promote calmness and boost mood.

Amy Goyer

Cook Up Some Family Magic

By Amy Goyer

AARP family expert Amy Goyer gives tips on sharing recipes and saving them for future generations. She also divulges one of her family's favorite dessert recipes.

Food and Your Health

Power Your Pump

These six super foods can protect your heart’s health just as well as a fistful of medication.

The Miracle Diet

Protect your heart—and prevent a slew of diseases—with this tasty, traditional way of eating.

The Science of Good Eating

Research shows that fruits, vegetables, and other plant foods are packed with antioxidants and phytochemicals, which help prevent disease and boost the immune system.

10 Power Foods

Don’t be fooled by their mild-mannered appearance. These 10 tasty choices are secret sources of health and energy.

Tools

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Destination Guide

Find valuable travel information on 80 destinations worldwide.

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AARP Travel Center

Conveniently book your next trip online while taking advantage of your AARP member travel benefits.

AARP Books

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Living with Diabetes

By Rosemarie Dainelli Perrin

Everything You Need to Know to Safeguard Your Health and Take Control of Your Life

7 Foods to Keep You Young

By Peter Jaret

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There's a fountain of youth in your fridge! Here are seven foods that could deliver a boost in health and vitality.

Roast Turkey with Apples and Corn Bread

Featured Recipe: Roast Turkey With Dried Apples and Corn Bread Stuffing

By Joanne Weir

Cooked to a delicious, crackling golden-brown, this turkey is a healthy alternative to the traditional Thanksgiving favorite.

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The Truth About Fats

By Rachel Johnson

We expose the myths--and the truths--about saturated fat. We also tell you where you can find the fats that are better for you.

From the Online Community

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Try these kitchen tips for keeping your food fresh and irresistible.
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Join BrendanBrat as he recounts his uncle’s magical turkey carving skills.
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Take a Bite Out of America

By Laura Daily

A newly flavorful outing, the food-tasting tour, is rising faster than a flawless soufflé.

Tough Times Revive Victory Gardens

By Michael Zielenziger

In a down economy, Americans are returning to the soil, saving on food, and gaining on taste.

Guide to Quick-Cook 20 Vegetables

By Eatingwell.com

It’s tough to expand your vegetable vocabulary when you don’t know how to cook unfamiliar varieties, so we’ve compiled this cooking guide for 20 of our favorite vegetables.

Slash Your Food Bill

By Melissa Gotthardt

Everyone’s feeling the shock of higher grocery prices these days. Here, a step-by-step guide to bagging some serious grocery bargains.

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Travel Expert Peter Greenberg
Are airlines giving you worry lines? Need the latest news on the best cruise? AARP.org travel columnist Peter Greenberg can help.

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Treat friends and family to our new recipes, gift guide, entertaining tips, and more!

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Here's how to save dollars on your drive over the river and through the woods.

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Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care— NOW!

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Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.

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Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!

Health-Myth Buster

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Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?

Fat 2 Fit

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Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.

Create The Good

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Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.

South Carolina News

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Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.

Go Fish

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Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.