Longevity

THE POWER OF TELOMERES

March 15, 2019 |

Almost everyone has heard of telomeres by now. Their role in longevity is often discussed in the news and on radio programs. But what exactly are they? Our genes are made of twisted, double-stranded molecules of DNA called chromosomes. Chromosomes are present in the nucleus of nearly all the cells of the human body. Both…

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The Newest Evidence on Eating Low-Carb and Longevity

December 28, 2018 |

Low-carbohydrate diets such as the keto diet and the Atkins diet have gained popularity as a quick way to lose weight. But is this short-term gain worth the long-term consequences? Recently the results of two studies have been released that stack up more data against eating the low-carb way. These are both very large prospective…

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Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet – Part Two

July 7, 2017 |

Continuing on in the same vein as in Part One, here are some more startling benefits of adopting a plant-based way of life.   Lower the risk of cancer and slow the progression of certain types of cancer The American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) states “It’s never too late to lower your risk”.  A…

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My name is Debra Harley (BScPhm) and I welcome you to my retirement project, this website. Over the course of a life many lessons are learned, altering deeply-rooted ideas and creating new passions.