The Loneliness Epidemic: Why Community Is Key To Better Health and Longevity
The Dr. Hyman Show
The Impact of Social Connections and Community on Health and Longevity
Lack of connection, physical touch, intimacy, understanding, and witnessing contribute significantly to mental and physical ailments affecting longevity. Socio genomics emphasizes that social relationships may outweigh genetic connections in determining health outcomes. Our social connections influence gene expression, affecting inflammation and stress hormones. Positive conversations trigger anti-inflammatory genes and repair genes, while conflicts raise stress hormones and inflammation levels. Community and relationships play a vital role in improving mental and physical health indicators like blood pressure, waist circumference, body mass, and inflammation. Blue zones like Ikaria and Sardinia highlight the importance of community in promoting long and healthy lives.
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