
Mark Hyman, MD
A science-based, practical guide to reversing aging and extending healthy life through functional medicine, nutrition, lifestyle, and emerging therapies.
The longest-lived documented human, Jeanne Calment, lived to 122 years old.
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Imagine a world where aging is no longer the slow, painful decline we often expect but a vibrant journey of growth, energy, and purpose.
Contrary to popular belief, genetics only account for a small fraction of how long we live.
Health span, the number of years we live free from chronic disease and disability, is the true measure of a life well-lived. Unfortunately, many spend their last years battling illness, but the goal is to have our health span match our lifespan. Studies show that by maintaining ideal weight, not smoking, and exercising regularly, people can dramatically increase their disease-free years. The challenge today is that modern lifestyles, diets high in processed foods and sugars, and chronic stress are accelerating biological aging for many.
The economic stakes are enormous. Chronic diseases related to aging consume nearly 90% of healthcare spending, yet only a tiny fraction of research funds target the root causes of aging itself.
Functional medicine challenges the traditional reductionist medical model by focusing on the root causes of disease and aging. It recognizes that many chronic conditions share common underlying imbalances and can be reversed by restoring balance to the body’s core systems. This paradigm shift invites us to rethink aging not as an inevitable decline but as a disease to be treated and managed.
As you embark on this journey, imagine arriving at your 60s or 70s stronger, fitter, and more vibrant than ever before.
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