Healthy Aging (English)

Dr. Andrew Weil's many readers have found the well-grounded and practical advice in his many popular books to make good sense, and they have modified their diets and lifestyles accordingly. In HEALTHY AGING, Dr. Weil applies his mind-body approach specifically to aging and longevity, drawing on recent research into the field of biogerontology. We all age differently, and a major goal of this book is to help us to age gracefully, keeping a sound mind in a sound body. Dr. Weil includes information on gender differences in aging, and explains the important role that our genes play in our general health. He also addresses the topic of inflammation and tells how to strengthen the immune system, supporting his theories through his knowledge of traditional and nontraditional medicine from many world cultures. minimize