Archive for the ‘General’ Category
Slow aging and our genetic programming
It is often suggested that longevity is ‘all in your genes’. Many people feel reassured if they have a relative who has lived to be a hundred years old.
What toxins are in plastic and how do you avoid them?
Any healthy aging plan needs to include toxin management. Simple things, such as eliminating toxic plastics all contribute to your health as you age
Best way not to be sick
Over the last 30 years we have seen the rise of preventative health. Three recent articles shine a spotlight on this and raise good questions. A US study (link 1) questions the cost effectiveness of certain health programs. In Germany (link 2) it is suggested that many “preventative” health programs may do more for doctor’s
Which toxins impact healthy aging?
We live in an environment that contains a complex mixture of harmful chemicals and disease causing pathogens. We provide ideas on how to avoid contamination
Impact of aging – some of it is positive!
What are the impacts of aging? While aging is often considered synonymous with decline or loss, some functions are actually enhanced as we get older. We gain and accumulate knowledge, skills and understanding. Many of us muster emotional, intellectual and social reserves unavailable to us when younger. Strengths such as reflection, spirituality, wisdom and caring
The elements of aging – inflammation
Our bodies have many defence and healing mechanisms. They are designed to quickly turn on when confronted by something harmful, like toxins, trauma or infection. An example of this kind of defence system is inflammation. We all need inflammation at certain times to fight infection or heal wounds. However, left unchecked, inflammation can lead to
How can I reduce exposure to pesticides and environmental toxins?
Toxins can never be totally avoided, yet we can take a number of practical actions every day to maximize our detoxification defenses
Inflammation and the impact on the aging process
Instead of only reacting against toxic invaders like bacteria, the immune response in aging individuals sometimes turns on itself
Elements of aging – Oxidative stress
When metal parts age, like the hinge on your door or nails in the fence, they become rusty. This chemical change alters the properties of metal. Instead of being sturdy and smooth, rusted metal is weakened, fragile and flaky. Ultimately, rust means that these objects don’t work as they should, the door creaks and the fence
How do toxins impact healthy aging?
We have a number of highly developed strategies for intercepting and neutralizing toxins before they can damage crucial systems as we age.