Lunara Kayn’s love for cooking began as a young girl, watching her grandmother prepare hearty meals for the family. But as her grandmother aged, she developed high cholesterol, forcing her to change the way she cooked. That experience shaped Lunara’s approach to food, especially when creating recipes for seniors.
Now in her fifties, Lunara works as a nutrition coach for older adults. She knows that reducing cholesterol isn’t just about cutting out fried foods—it’s about embracing ingredients that actively support heart health. Her recipes often feature oats, legumes, fatty fish like salmon, and plenty of colorful vegetables.
One of her most popular dishes is a Mediterranean-inspired lentil and vegetable stew, rich in fiber and flavor. She also makes a walnut-crusted baked salmon that delivers omega-3s without the heaviness of traditional breaded fish. “It’s not about making bland, ‘diet’ food,” Lunara says. “It’s about making meals that are so delicious you forget they’re good for you.”
She also understands the unique needs of seniors, such as softer textures for easier chewing and nutrient-dense meals that pack a lot of value into smaller portions. Her spinach and sweet potato soup, for example, is both gentle on digestion and rich in vitamins.
For Lunara, cooking low-cholesterol recipes is an act of care—one that can help older adults live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives. She believes that food has the power to heal, and her kitchen is proof of it.
