Discover how Chef Babette Davis, age 73, and Pearl Taylor, age 103, are transforming the narrative around aging.
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What does it take to live past 100 — not just surviving, but thriving? And what if your 70s could look and feel better than your 30s?
Two extraordinary Black women — Chef Babette Davis, age 73, and Pearl Taylor, age 103 — are living proof that vibrant aging is possible. They’re not just defying stereotypes about growing older — they’re rewriting the whole narrative.
From fitness to forgiveness, plant-based meals to personal peace, their lives are filled with valuable gems for anyone looking to live longer, healthier, and happier. Whether you’re 25 or 85, their wisdom is both practical and powerful.
Let’s break down the real-life advice these ageless queens are sharing — and how you can start living your best life right now.
Meet the Women Who Are Redefining Aging
Chef Babette Davis is a plant-based chef, author, fitness enthusiast, and co-owner of the popular vegan restaurant Stuff I Eat in Inglewood, California. Known for her sculpted arms, glowing skin, and powerful presence, you’d never guess she’s 73 years old.
But Babette wasn’t always the picture of health. In her younger years, she suffered from asthma, eczema, and digestive issues. That all changed when she transitioned to a plant-based lifestyle, healed her body from the inside out, and committed to a life of wellness, purpose, and joy.
On the other end of the age spectrum is Pearl Taylor, a Harlem native and retired nurse who just celebrated her 103rd birthday. Despite living through segregation, wars, and social upheavals, she has remained grounded, grateful, and full of life. She still does her own hair, cooks for herself, and enjoys catching up with her great-grandkids on FaceTime.
What do these two women have in common? A mindset rooted in discipline, joy, and love — and a refusal to let age define their limits.
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1. Food is Fuel — Make It Count
If there’s one thing both women agree on, it’s this: what you put in your body matters.
Chef Babette is a loud and proud advocate for eating clean, fresh, whole foods. After seeing what processed food was doing to her body, she made the switch to a plant-based diet and never looked back.
“You cannot expect a vibrant, pain-free, energetic life if you’re feeding your body junk,” Babette says. “Eat like your life depends on it — because it does.”
She recommends:
- Cutting back on sugar, processed snacks, and fried foods.
- Eating more greens, fruits, legumes, and whole grains.
- Drinking lots of water — your body craves hydration.
Pearl Taylor, on the other hand, didn’t follow a vegan diet, but she focused on moderation and home-cooked meals. Her go-to? Salmon croquettes and grits — a Southern comfort food that still kept her energized and satisfied.
“I didn’t eat a lot of fast food or junk,” Pearl shared. “I cooked at home and kept it simple.”
No matter your dietary preference, both women prove that being intentional about what you eat is a non-negotiable part of lasting wellness.
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