When it comes to health and longevity, it’s valuable to compare countries and systems so that you can make choices for your family on how you want to live. Health System Tracker 2016 says that Japan has the greatest life expectancy at 84.1 years and the United States has one of the lowest at 78.6 […]
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A Dimmer Switch Life
“Most people die at 60, but are buried at 90.” I ran across this quote from late fitness expert Jack LaLanne. It resonated with me because it’s such a true statement. People are living longer lives, but in their latter decades, they’re not truly living. Instead, they fall into what I call a “dimmer switch […]
How Long Do You Plan to Live?
One of the fastest growing segments of the population today is centenarians, or 100-year old people. In 1980, there were approximately 17,000 people over the age of 100. Today there are approximately 80,000 people who have reached this milestone. The US Census Bureau estimates that by the time the baby boom generation reaches this landmark […]
The 100 Year Old Woman Who Died at 82
This is a story of a 100-year-old woman who died at 82. When she was conceived, just like you, 23 chromosomes from her mother and 23 chromosomes from her father united to make her a unique human being. The innate potential to live an active, healthy, quality life to 100 years of age and beyond […]
Your Minimum is Not Your Maximum
What is your minimum life expectancy? Your maximum? How about for your children? What will your quality of life be like along the way? These quick calculations and facts can be a real wake up call for you and your loved ones. Calculate Your M-PYR™ [Pronounced “empire”] M-PYR stands for Minimum Potential Years Remaining. It takes […]
Do You Have an Ostrich in Your Family?
Have you ever seen a picture of an ostrich with its head buried in the sand? This is one of the funniest scenes in nature, but an unfunny, accurate metaphor to describe individuals who have a crisis care mentality about their health. This means that they only take care of themselves when they are sick, […]
