Quick overview of what you will learn from this blog post: The animals which show that aging is not inevitable An animal that is biologically immortal What we can learn from them to slow down aging What if we told you that aging is not inevitable? You would probably be a bit skeptical, right? We have all heard similar claims from cosmetic companies over the years, so such a reaction is totally understandable. We get it. So, why do we believe that aging is not inevitable? First things first: we know it isn’t because nature shows us it isn’t. There are a number of species that do not appear t ..read more

There are plenty of wives tales perpetuated about coffee and its negative impact on overall health. That it will stain your teeth, give you a heart attack, or stunt your growth (if you’re a young java-fiend) are three of the more popular myths. And why wouldn’t it? Caffeine is a drug, after all…or so we’ve been told. What’s interesting about a good wives tale is the way it defines a rule based on a random assortment of known exceptions. For instance, excessive caffeine use is problematic for someone with a pre-existing heart condition, but it is by no means causal. In fact, according to the M ..read more

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yq0gUAMsFmg Congratulations on prioritizing your health with a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)! Whether it is your first time using a CGM Sensor, or if it’s just been a while, we've got you covered. The above video is an excellent resource to walk you through the process. Need a step-by-step? We’ve got that, too! Below, we outline the quick and easy steps to apply your CGM and get started with the app: ​​Select where you’re going to apply the sensor on the back of your upper arm. Clean the selected site with the provided alcohol wipe and allow it to dry. Compl ..read more

Quick overview of what you will learn from this blog post: Why healthy longevity is important What a longer life could mean for your future What can you do now to potentially live longer Imagine having a few more decades of life to enjoy the things you love doing, extra time with loved ones, or even learning new skills. Whatever your passion, a longer life could allow you to do those things. But, while there are many positives to a longer life, there is also effort needed to achieve it. So, why does longevity matter? "How often do you wake up and say: "I just can't wait to be 90 years old ..read more

A quick overview of what we'll cover in this blog post: An overview of cancer Common risks factors associated with cancer Ways to reduce your risk and detect cancer early Cancer is a word no one wants to hear. Unfortunately, according to the CDC, there were about 1.7 million new cases of cancer in 2018. What’s more worrying, the number of new cases is expected to rise by almost 10 million in the next 15 to 20 years, up to 29 million new cases each year. But despite how grim this statistic looks, there is some good news. There’s a lot you can do to reduce your risk and catch cancer early, wh ..read more

A quick overview of what we’ll cover in this post: An overview of heart disease The importance of prevention Ways to monitor and reduce the risk of heart disease An estimated 30 million Americans have heart disease, and it is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Even more worrisome, people as young as 15 years old can show signs of conditions like atherosclerosis, a cause of heart disease. That sounds scary, but there is hope! Doctors and researchers have learned a lot about heart disease in recent years, including effective ways to reduce the risk of developing it. So, whether you’re cur ..read more

A quick overview of what we'll cover in this blog post: How smoking affects your overall health Strategies to help you quit smoking Did you know smoking is the number one cause of preventable diseases and deaths? And yet, an estimated 34 million adults in the U.S. smoke. That’s why quitting is important. But the good news is that, even though quitting is hard, it’s not impossible! There are a lot of different things you can do to help quit today. And we want to help. Not sure where to start? Don’t worry—we’ll break down the risks associated with smoking and ways you can work towards quittin ..read more

Quick overview of what you’ll learn from this blog post: Intermittent fasting explained Differences between intermittent fasting (IF) and caloric restriction (CR) Efficacy of CR and IF for Longevity in Animal Studies Theoretical Benefit of CR and IF in humans Too often the overarching notion of caloric restriction becomes synonymous with whatever nutrition program is in vogue. Right now, it seems clear that the diet - for lack of a better term - of the times is intermittent fasting (IF). And while there is an element of inherent caloric restriction built into the fundamentals of IF, there’s ..read more

Quick overview of what you’ll learn from this blog post: How caloric restriction serves as the basis for popular diet systems What exactly is meant by caloric restriction How caloric restriction can transcend weight loss and support wellness The supporting research CALERIE and what’s next in the field The notion of fasted dieting has become a trend among elite athletes and celebrities - those whose livelihoods are primarily contingent on physical appearance and performance. But is this approach to nutrition the magic bullet for weight management and general health, or is it the latest in a ..read more

It’s an inevitable fact that our body starts working against us as we age, making longevity (or a long and healthy life) seem more difficult to attain. Ray Kurzweil and Terry Grossman pinpoint why in their book Transcend: Nine Steps to Living Well Forever: “Living a long time is not the natural order of things… Unfortunately, we have inherited a genetic code programmed to provide us with optimal health for only the first couple decades of our lives.” Basically, through no fault of our own, age simply makes us more susceptible to wear and tear. Chronic health conditions, in particular, are lik ..read more