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“A habit is a behavior that has been repeated enough times to became automatic”, according to James Clear, author of Atomic Habits. Our minds go through a trial and error process to determine which actions will become habits. This is similar to a rat in a maze seeking a reward . The first pass through the maze, the rat makes a decision at every turn. After running through the maze... READ MORE

Shorter telomeres can lead to premature aging as noted in the last post about longevity and telomere length. Unfortunately, the news gets worse. Having shorter telomeres can also lead to an increase in inflammation. I have written at length about inflammation and the havoc it can have on your body and your health. Certain foods can cause either an inflammatory or an anti-inflammatory response... READ MORE

Telomeres are a compound structure at the end of a chromosome. Their job is to prevent the ends of the chromosome from fraying or sticking to each other. They are similar to the plastic tips at the end of a shoelace. Telomeres play an important role in making sure the DNA is copied correctly when cells divide. Each cell has a finite amount of times with which it can divide. The length of the... READ MORE

Oats are a cost effective way to improve overall health and longevity. They are definitely an overlooked super food. Used as a topical remedy or eaten as a meal, oats are versatile in their ability to improve your health. Oats are a very good source of fiber and are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They contain manganese, phosphorus, copper, vitamin B1, iron, selenium, magnesium,... READ MORE