I recently had the privilege of speaking about a topic that is increasingly crowded with noise: the "secrets" to longevity. In a world of biohacking and influencer-driven stacks, I want to ground our community in the simple truths I have learned over four decades in medicine.
Aging well is not about biohacking; it’s about biological respect. Our goal is to maximize Healthspan, the years lived without disability, dementia, or chronic disease.
As we look toward the future, I challenge you to ask: What scares you? And what are you doing about it today?
The most compelling health outcomes are not accidents; they are the result of compounding interest. Just as small, routine financial investments grow, small behavior changes practiced consistently outperform every quick fix on the market.
We are currently living in a culture of excess: over-monitored and over-medicalized, yet under-well. When evaluating the latest longevity trend, watch for these red flags:
Claims of reversing aging or no downside
Heavy reliance on animal studies or testimonials over human outcomes
Expensive subscriptions and unregulated polypharmacy
The phrase: "They don’t want you to know this"
Whether it is the marketing brilliance of unproven supplements like Prevagen or the black market risks of research-grade peptides, remember: You cannot supplement around poor lifestyle choices.
The most powerful tools for longevity remain easy, available, and free. If you want to invest where it actually moves the needle on function, focus on these pillars:
Build Muscle: Lift heavy things and MOVE. Resistance training is one of the strongest predictors of disability prevention. Train for your Centenarian Olympics.
Cardiorespiratory Fitness: VO₂ max is the most powerful predictor of lifespan. Move often and stress your heart rate frequently.
Metabolic Health: Insulin resistance accelerates neurodegeneration. Watch visceral fat and recognize alcohol for what it is: a potent longevity poison toxic to every cell.
Sleep: Protect and treasure healthy sleep.
Stay socially engaged: Enjoy PURPOSE (your passion put to work serving others)
Don't collapse into cynicism, but do remain skeptical. Choose science over fads and expertise over celebrity. Bring health claims to a trusted clinician who knows your specific history and risks.
The best longevity plan is not the most expensive one. It is the one you can still do at 85. Our goal remains independence, dignity, and vitality.
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