<div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Studies on healthy aging suggest that only about 25% of longevity is linked with genetic factors</span><span>—t</span><span>he rest is based on the lifestyle choices you make</span> <span>on a daily basis</span><span>.</span> <span> So</span> <span>if</span> <span>your goal is longevity</span><span>, there are some science-backed</span> <span>things you can control to increase your chances</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span>o</span><span>f living a long, healthy life.<br> <br></span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>On this episode of The Model Health Show,</span> <span>you’re</span> <span>going to hear my interview with Max</span> <span>Lugavere</span> <span>on The Genius Life Podcast, where I shared five specific things that are proven to extend your lifespan.</span> <span>You’re</span> <span>going to hear about how your microbiome can affect your longevity, plus some less obvious factors like your sex life and your work</span> <span>can affect your lifespan</span><span>.</span> <span>We’re</span> <span>also going to talk about why muscle is key for survivability and how your relationships</span> <span>impact</span> <span>your health.<br> <br></span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>Your overall health is the culmination of your habits, and t</span><span>his conversation is packed with actionable insights that</span> <span>are going to help you uplevel your health and increase your lifespan</span><span>.</span><span> </span> <span> So</span> <span>click play and enjoy the show! </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>In this episode</span> <span>you’ll</span> <span>discover:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>How inflammation is controlled by</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the microbiome</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span> <span>(8:22)</span></span></li> <li><span>Why </span><span>it’s</span> <span>so important to have a diverse microbiome.</span> <span>(8:47)</span></li> <li><span>The number one way to </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>increase your microbial diversity</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span> <span>(</span><span>9:38</span><span>)</span><span> </span></span></li> <li><span>How having healthy social bonds reduces your risk of death. </span><span>(</span><span>18:57</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>The relationship between </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>oxytocin and cortisol</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span> <span>(</span><span>25:42</span><span>)</span></span></li> <li><span>Why regularly having sex is a heart healthy behavior.</span> <span>(</span><span>30:10</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>The connection between </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>sexual activity and</span> <span>neurogenesis</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span> <span>(</span><span>31:56</span><span>)</span></span></li> <li><span>How often to have sex to reduce your risk of heart disease. (34:10)</span></li> <li><span>Why muscle is </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>the organ of longevity</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span> <span>(</span><span>42:09</span><span>)</span></span></li> <li><span>How having adequate muscle mass helps your body process glucose. </span><span>(</span><span>43:01</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>The </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>anti-aging properties</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>of muscle.</span> <span>(</span><span>43:54</span><span>)</span></span></li> <li><span>Why muscle is</span> <span>critical for women and is</span> <span>the key to survivability.</span> <span>(</span><span>47:52</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>The connection between muscle mass and </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>long-term memory</span></span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>.</span> <span>(</span><span>49:45</span><span>)</span></span></li> <li><span>Which exercises your genes expect for functionality</span><span>. (</span><span>51:28</span><span>)</span></li> <li><span>The </span><span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>number one health priority</span></span> <span lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span>for peop