Preventive Care Podcast Series

What You Can & Can't Control About Your Health
Preventive Care Podcast Series

Lifestyle Changes for Longevity

With quick fixes and wellness trends, it’s easy to get caught up in chasing the next best thing when it comes to giving ourselves the best chance at a long, healthy life. With developing a healthy lifestyle, it’s less of a sprint and more of a marathon. In fact, a study done by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that low-risk lifestyle habits are critical for a longer life expectancy. So, what lifestyle changes can we make to positively impact longevity?

Preventive Care Podcast Series

What You Can Control for Healthy Aging

Aging is inevitable, but how we age isn’t entirely out of our hands. There are many ways to age well by taking control of our habits and routines. What can we do to age in a way that leaves us feeling strong, capable, and in control?"

Preventive Care Podcast Series

What You Can't Control with Your Health

While lifestyle choices play a significant role in our health, there’s no escaping the influence of genetics and family history. There are certain things we may be born with that can increase the risk for certain diseases or health conditions. So, understanding your genetic makeup can empower you to make informed decisions about your health. Let’s get into it; how much of our health is actually determined by family history—and what can we do to take control?

Preventive Care Podcast Series

What You Can Control with Your Health

Ever feel like your health is beyond your control? Today we’re focusing on practical changes in our daily routines that can have a powerful impact on overall health. Let’s talk about what factors have the biggest impact and small steps we can start taking to chip away.

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