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Most people think aging is about genetics, but research shows your daily habits matter far more. In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe breaks down 7 common habits that quietly accelerate aging, from chronic stress and poor sleep to scrolling instead of connecting. You’ll also learn simple, zero-cost shifts inspired by the world’s longest-lived cultures that can help you feel sharper, stronger, and more energized starting today.

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https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/aging-rates-vary-by-country-politics-might-be-why/

https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/traits/longevity/

https://www.cfr.org/in-brief/us-life-expectancy-decline-why-arent-other-countries-suffering-same-problem

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/life-expectancy.htm

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-11/americans-spend-more-years-sick-than-rest-of-the-world-new-study-show?embedded-checkout=true

https://nypost.com/2025/08/15/lifestyle/this-is-how-far-the-average-american-doomscrolls-its-a-lot/

https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2006/01/stress-management

https://www.ucsf.edu/news/2007/05/103452/why-old-brains-never-die-conversation-ucsf-neuroscientist-michael-merzenich

https://www.alzdiscovery.org/cognitive-vitality/blog/targeting-14-lifestyle-factors-may-prevent-up-to-45-of-dementia-cases

https://www.ucsf.edu/news/2025/05-social-media-might-be-making-kids-depressed/430011/yes

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https://www.bluezones.com/2020/07/blue-zones-diet-food-secrets-of-the-worlds-longest-lived-people/

https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/obesity-overweight.htm

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2010/may/05/sleep-study-premature-death

https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/17/1228

https://today.duke.edu/2019/01/living-caveman-won%E2%80%99t-make-you-thin-it-might-make-you-healthy

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBqMqLyy9HQ

DISCLAIMER

This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions.

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