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Summary

In this episode, Dr. Mia discusses five things that can help with healthy aging: exercise, diet, sleep, stress and mental health, and positive age-related perceptions. She emphasizes the importance of aerobic exercise and getting at least 8,000 steps a day. She also recommends a Mediterranean-style diet (MIND diet) with plenty of fresh vegetables. Dr. Mia provides tips for improving sleep hygiene and managing stress, including meditation and journaling. She highlights the impact of social isolation and the importance of positive age-related beliefs. Overall, she encourages small steps towards a healthier lifestyle to age well in the future.


Study on 8k steps: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32207799/

MIND diet: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34334393/

Podcast episode with Dr. Jamie Hughes Sleep Hygiene Episode
https://youtu.be/fxZNWR6HBSQ

Dr. Rebecca Levy: https://ysph.yale.edu/about-school-of-public-health/communications-public-relations/publications/public-health-magazine/article/becca-levy-and-the-fight-against-ageism/

Dr. Levy’s study on positive aging perspectives on cognition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32527600/

Keywords: 
healthy aging, exercise, diet, sleep, stress, mental health, positive age-related perceptions

Takeaways

Regular exercise, particularly aerobic exercise, is crucial for healthy aging.
A Mediterranean-style diet with fresh vegetables is beneficial for overall health.
Improving sleep hygiene and managing stress are important for well-being.
Social connections and positive age-related beliefs contribute to healthy aging.
Small steps towards a healthier lifestyle can make a significant difference in aging well.
Chapters


00:00
Introduction and Overview

03:00
The Importance of Exercise for Healthy Aging

08:39
Eating Well: The Mediterranean Diet

14:27
Improving Sleep Hygiene and Managing Stress

22:10
The Impact of Social Connections on Aging

25:50
Promoting Positive Age-Related Beliefs

30:13
Conclusion

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