
Science & Soul: The Blog

One Tiny Daily Shift That Lowers Inflammation (and Boosts Longevity)
Discover how a simple daily shift — like walking after dinner — reduces inflammation, boosts longevity, and supports your body in midlife. A science-backed tip from Kim Fisher, Longevity Mentor.
The Loneliness Cure No One Talks About
Loneliness increases after 50, but real connection might be the most powerful longevity tool we have. Discover why friendships matter more than ever and how to build them from where you are now.

Morning Rituals That Actually Add Years to Your Life — And Why
Learn why a mindful routine can reset your body clock, protect your brain, and help you live longer-with science, soul, and easy steps to start today.
Strong, Soulful, and Ageless: The New Rules of Longevity for Midlife Women
Forget the quick fixes- learn how to build muscle, nourish your body, and calm your mind to stay strong, and soulful, and ageless after 50.

Not All Foods Are Created Equal: Why it’s hard to stop eating even if you’re full
Think back to a party or event where there is food, snacks, and sweets all around. I know that during those times, it’s hard to say no to the delicious foods around me even when my fullness starts settling in. But have you ever stopped to think about why “there’s always room for dessert”?

Sedentary Lifestyle and Your Biological Age
The negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle are well known, but young professionals are not the only ones affected. New research investigates the impact of low physical activity on the biological age of women, especially as they get older.

The Science of Your Gut
You may have seen something related to gut health in the media or seen products like probiotics and kombucha at the grocery store. There’s a lot of (mis)information out there surrounding gut health, so we’ll take a look at what we can say is known with confidence versus just a theory when it comes to your gut.

What is BMI? Does it really predict your health?
You’ve probably heard of BMI before, maybe from fitness gurus or at a doctor’s office. But what is it? And does it really predict how healthy we are?

Exercise and Your Immune System
When we think about the aging process and aging gracefully, just about the last organ system that comes to mind is the immune system. But evidence that shows how the immune system critically influences the rate at which we age, and how exercise can slow that rate.

Why Adults Should Play
Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stop playing. But why?? While play may seem frivolous - or even possibly silly - when we’re adults, it is actually vital to our well-being.

5 Early Warning Signs of Pneumonia
As Benjamin Franklin famously said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” — and that’s especially true when it comes to pneumonia as we age.

Reduce Inflammation, Relieve Pain
There are many ways to treat and manage chronic pain. One of the most exciting approaches, however — because it is all natural — is adopting an anti-inflammatory diet. The other options for pain don’t always work. Many patients don’t benefit from neural (nerve) blocks, and medication therapy often leads to undesired side effects.

11 Foods that Lower Cholesterol
Heart disease is the world’s leading cause of death. Having high cholesterol levels — especially “bad” LDL — is linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Low “good” HDL cholesterol and high triglycerides are also linked to increased risk. Your diet has a powerful effect on your cholesterol and other risk factors.

All About Calories
We've all seen an advertisement for a weight loss program that promises to burn calories or raise your metabolism. But what exactly does that mean? Many of us don't even know how metabolism works or what a calorie is.
For anyone curious to find out, keep reading

Healthier Snacks for When You're on the Go!
Sometimes it's hard to choose healthy options when you're away from home. Next time you're in a pinch for time, take one of these healthy snacks with you to satisfy your craving. They taste great and will make you feel great too!

Vitamins and Minerals
What They Are and How to Choose Them
Ever since childhood, we learn that taking our vitamins will help us grow big and strong. We associate them with a healthy lifestyle, but many of us don't really know what they are.

4 Reasons You Should Start Strength Training
If there was an activity that could improve your heart health, bone health, balance, and chronic disease management, all while making you look and feel amazing, would you try it?
For most people I know, the answer would be a definite yes! Even though it sounds too good to be true, there is a type of exercise that can do it all. And no, it doesn't require you to spend hours at the gym or exert high intensity. So, what is this miracle exercise?

How Much Sun Is Too Much?
Summertime is here, which means we'll probably spend more days enjoying the sunshine and laying out on the beach. Even though a day in the sun may seem harmless, exposure to UV rays can take a toll on your skin. In the short term, you may have a slight sunburn. But the long-term consequences of sun exposure aren't as easily noticeable.

Is It Really More Beneficial to Eat Seasonally?
Trying to “shop healthy” at the grocery store can seem overwhelming. There are already so many things to think about, like choosing whether or not to go organic, reading and assessing whether nutrition labels are full of sneaky marketing claims. and watching your budget. So, how important is it, really, to prioritize buying and eating in-season produce?

Alcohol & Aging
With the approaching Memorial Day Weekend, it is a safe bet that many people will be celebrating the unofficial start of summer! And for many, this celebration will include summer-fun cocktails and ice-cold beer! That said, it is important to understand the effects (or potential effects) of alcohol as we age.