We’ve been told aging is inevitable, but what if you could slow it down? In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe unpacks the latest science on how lifestyle, not just genetics, shapes how long (and how well) we live. From Blue Zones eating habits to ancient herbal wisdom, you’ll learn practical, research-backed steps to protect your body at the cellular level, boost energy, and add healthy years to your life. In this episode, you’ll discover: The 9 “hallmarks of aging” and how to address each one naturally What Blue Zone cultures eat (and do) to live past 100 Herbs and supplements that help fight inflammation, protect mitochondria, and support longevity The role of gut health in slowing aging Simple daily habits that can add years to your life—without extreme diets or workouts #longevityhacks #agingwell #healthyhabits #wellnesstips #antiinflammatory #superfoods #nutritionalhealing #healthylivingtips #wellnesslifestyle #drjoshaxe __________ Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook TikTok Website ------  Staying healthy in today's world is an upstream battle. Subscribe to Wellness Weekly, your 5-minute dose of sound health advice to help you grow physically, mentally, and spiritually. Every Wednesday, you'll get:  Holistic health news & life-hacks from a biblical world view Powerful free resources including classes, Q&As, and guides from Dr. Axe The latest episodes of The Dr. Josh Axe Show Submit your questions via voice memo to be featured on the show → speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe  Links:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8786073/ https://www.bluezones.com/2016/11/power-9/ https://www.americashealthrankings.org/learn/reports/2016-annual-report/comparison-with-other-nations https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2022/americans-no-matter-state-they-live-die-younger-people-many-other-countries https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6125071/ https://path-of-dao-qigong.ch/en/jing-qi-shen/ https://threetreasurestcm.com/jing-qi-shen/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3836174/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0092867422013770 https://www.healthylongevity.clinic/blog/nine-hallmarks-of-aging https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evidence-based-living/202409/pickleball-could-extend-your-life https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7523898/ https://time.com/4585396/sports-live-longer-exercise/ https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/51/10/812 https://www.ajpmonline.org/article/S0749-3797(18)32010-5/abstract https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35599175/ https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10389-024-02192-4 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30193744/ https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/5/333 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9036399/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11800443/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9228580/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/51156926_Coenzyme_Q10_and_Statin-Induced_Mitochondrial_Dysfunction https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/10/221018220538.htm https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/to_live_longer_find_your_purpose_in_life https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/24/8/7422 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-63168-4 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10373883/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9665958/ https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/article/S0025-6196(18)30313-6/fulltext https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/health_effects/tobacco_related_mortality/index.htm ------  Ads: At mybloodwork.com, you can uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism. You’ll also get a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor to help you take action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices