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Cracking the Aging Code With Health Span
IN OUR QUEST FOR A BETTER LIFE, many focus on lifespan — the number of years we can add to our existence. But what if we shifted our perspective from simply living longer to living healthier and more vibrant throughout those years? I want to talk about cracking the aging code with health span.
This shift in focus introduces us to the concept of healthspan, a measure of the quality of life we experience as we age.
In this essay, I will define healthspan and explore strategies for optimizing it, focusing on the following:
- Diet
- Physical activity
- Stress management
- Sleep
- Avoiding harmful habits
Defining Health Span
Healthspan is a relatively recent term that has gained momentum in aging and longevity research. One common definition is this:
Health span is the period of life spent in good health, free from the chronic diseases and disabilities of aging. In other words, healthspan emphasizes longevity and maintaining a high quality of life throughout those years.
