ZOE Science & Nutrition How to maximize health in your later years
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Feb 16, 2023 In this episode, Claire Steves, a senior lecturer at King's College London and clinical director at TwinsUK, dives into the fascinating science of aging. She discusses the surprising factors influencing how we age, such as physical activity, diet, and microbiome health. Claire highlights the impact of social interactions on cognitive health and the significance of early interventions in reducing dementia risks. Moreover, she shares actionable advice for maximizing health later in life, debunking myths about aging along the way.
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Stay Active for Overall Health
- Prioritize physical activity to maintain long-term health, even simple actions like standing up more.
- Physical activity benefits physical and cognitive health, as well as the immune system.
Aging: A Personalized Decline
- Aging is a plateau in physical and cognitive function around the 40s, followed by individual-specific declines.
- People become more different from each other as they age, with varying rates of decline.
Genes vs. Environment in Aging
- Genes primarily influence peak capabilities, but environmental factors affect how we age after our peak.
- Focus on changeable environmental factors to improve aging outcomes.