Author: Suzi Albrecht

Real Age May Be Different Than Biological Age Aging, by definition, is the passing of time. The technical definition of aging is a bit different. It refers to the state of deterioration of the cells in your body. The deterioration is accelerated by free radicals that attack and kill off healthy cells faster than new ones are created. At some point, new cells will no longer be created, leaving you in a deficient and damaged state to keep your body going. Your organs work far less efficiently when they are damaged, so this chips away at your immunity, and causes…

What is the Role of Hormones in Aging? Hormones are part of the endocrine system of glands in the body, and are responsible for optimal growth and development throughout life. The pituitary gland is located in the brain and thyroid, the parathyroid in the neck, the adrenal on kidneys, and the pancreas is in the abdomen. These all release various hormones that help control function of organs. Hormonal imbalances can cause a range of issues including throwing off metabolism, viral illnesses, cancer and more. In basic terms, hormones control the speed at which the body ages. When hormone levels decrease,…

Sacrificing Meals or Liquid Fasts May Extend Your Life Span Fasting may sound like torture but science shows sacrificing a few meals may be well worth it, as research proves that periodic or “intermittent” fasting can in fact improve your health, and possibly extend your life span. Fasts Don’t Need to Be Without Nutrients or Overly Strict Recent studies were done by researchers at USC who used a low-calorie diet that successfully mimicked a fast. The low-calorie diet was developed and used as an alternative to strict fasting, which is difficult for people to commit to, and not always safe.…

Yes, You Can Slow Down Aging This is good news! You do have control over how quickly your body ages with simple lifestyle choices you make every day. This means that you can not only stay healthier longer, but you can repair some or even a lot of the damage that has already been done within your cells and to your body. So you will not only feel better, you will also look better. So, Exactly How Can You Slow Down The Aging Process? Here is a short list with actions you can take to slow down aging: Reduce inflammation…

How Can A Vegetarian Diet Help You Feel Better? Meat protein can be delicious and good for you, but when it comes to how you feel after eating a protein rich meat meal, you’re probably much better off having a protein rich veggie meal instead. But fear not, there are ways you can work the system to feel good after eating meat, such as proper chewing, digestive enzymes and diligent portion control. But in general, the way you look and feel after regularly consuming plant based protein can be so much better than how you look and feel after consuming…

Men and Women Tend To Be Deficient in Vitamin D According to an article published by the Vitamin D Council, an estimated 70% of Americans have inadequate vitamin D levels; they do not meet the EAR (Estimated Average Intake) level. NIH Recommendations on Vitamin D Check with your doctor on what amount you should consume, as different organizations suggest different amounts. In the U.S., according to the NIH (National Institute of Health) the RDA for vitamin D for adequate bone health is 600 IU daily for persons 1-70, and 800 IU daily for persons 70+. Vitamin D Connected to Sex…