How to Stay Healthy and Live Long
The National Institutes of Health has determined that genetics probably accounts for only 25 to 30% of a long life, while 70 to 75% is decided by lifestyle. This suggests that perhaps we have more control over our lifespan than previously thought – and that maybe our parents did as well.
We know much more today about what contributes to living longer. Many of these longevity lessons are from the Blue Zones, geographic areas around the world that are home to some of the world’s oldest people. The lifestyle traits include regular physical activity, alcohol in moderation, close social circles, a sense of purpose and meaning, commitment to families, plant-based diets, and sufficient sleep.
Read the Full Article Citing a JAMA Internal Medicine journal’s study, this article jumps right into the middle of the low-carb vs. low-fat debate.Which is healthier, or leads to better…
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Read the Full Article Neurologist Daniel Levitin insists that we really are wiser after 70. Read this interview with him as he discusses how variety isn’t just the spice of…
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The older we get, the more important exercise becomes. Our guest, Dan McFarlane, has performed over 15,000 in-home therapy sessions, primarily with older adults and primarily for patients with “generalized,…
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Read Full Article An Appeal to Emotion, rather than Logic, , or the use of scare tactics, can be signs to proceed with caution, in the world of Nutrition Marketing.…
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Article Referenced https://thriveglobal.com/stories/try-this-simple-mindfulness-exercise-to-help-relieve-stress-and-anxiety/ A short and sweet mindfulness exercise, by psychologist Bryan Robinson, PhD, to help relieve stress and anxiety.Slowing down and paying attention to your thoughts can boost productivity.Workaholics, especially,…
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Article Referenced https://www.thehealthy.com/aging/mind-memory/foods-that-will-make-you-smarter/ Keep your brain healthy and sharp with these nutrient-dense, brain boosting foods, from berries to bone broth.The way to keep calories under control is by eating nutrition dense…
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Article Referenced https://www.besthealthmag.ca/best-eats/nutrition/healthy-eating-secrets/ Here are the top healthy-eating secrets revealed by nutritionists. Borrow a few of their tips.Learn what registered dietitians eat, and their life hacks.Many of the tips aren’t…
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What is the relationship between mental health and successful aging? In this episode, we will take a deep dive into the role that mental health plays in staying physically healthy…
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This is a brief but persuasive Blue Zones article about walking – the benefits, risk management, and simple behaviors to introduce more walking in our lives. Walking as little two…
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Article Referred https://www.livestrong.com/article/13725835-sarcopenia-prevention-treatment/ Here is some useful information about the causes, prevention strategies, and possible fixes for muscle loss in later life. Staying active is one of the best things…
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Article Referred https://www.nextavenue.org/change-personality-healthier-aging/ You can actually cultivate certain personality traits which will help you prevent cognitive and physical decline. This article, written by a Neuroscientist, explores how your Personality feeds…
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Article Referred Article NEAT, or Non–Exercise Activity Thermogenesis occurs with every activity that we perform except sleeping or performing sports- like exercises. One way this is experienced is through fidgeting.…
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