Our Health Blog

Looking for a refreshing summer treat that is also good for you? Pineapples are the perfect snack or side, any time of day! Pineapples may taste sweet like candy, but they contain vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants, and can provide you with many amazing health benefits. Plus, they are low calorie, only 84 calories per cup, which makes this a great option if you are trying to manage your weight.

While the average person works 40 hours a week, many of us work more than that, sitting at our desks all day. Plus, when we’re not working, we are still sitting on the couch, or on a chair when we get home. Most of us take very little or no breaks at all from sitting to stretch or take a walk. Furthermore, less than 5% of adults participate in 30 minutes of physical activity each day. Because of our lack of movement and constant sitting, back pain and poor posture may develop, as well as obesity and metabolic syndrome, heart problems, and other health issues.

It’s not news that vitamin D is important for our health. We know that vitamin D is a critical link to a healthy immune system and regulating healthy cell division. It also supports healthy bone density. What is news, however, is that vitamin D may be the link to mortality rates in the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19.)

There has been lots of talk about CBD and how it can help with some illnesses and medical conditions. So, what’s all the fuss about, and does it really work? And what’s the best product to use?

At LongevityMed, your health is our number one priority. We’ve put together a helpful list of resources that features updates, articles, and tips on how you can stay healthy during this difficult time.

Our world today requires adjusting how we do many things, including staying healthy. Dealing with the stress of our short term “normal” means we need to have healthy strategies to cope with stress, poor sleep, low energy, poor libido, and our ability to focus on needs that differ from those just two months ago.

As we age, our bodies naturally lose lean muscle mass and our bones become less dense. Because of this, it's not uncommon for those in the aging population to fall or lose balance, which often can result in an injury. While strength training and cardio are important, especially as we age, agility exercises are just as important.

You may have seen ads on TV or online recently talking about skincare and anti-aging treatments that involve peptides. But what exactly are peptides and why are people talking about them? Peptides are a short chain of amino acids that have been linked together, creating proteins. Peptides are the rulers of other cells and molecules, meaning they can control and dictate how they behave. When it comes to aging, the most important protein is collagen peptides.

Our bodies are made to fight off infections, harmful bacteria, illnesses, and viruses. However, most people don’t take action to improve their chances against these ailments until they are actually feeling sick. Like many other things, it’s better to get out in front of the issue and boost your immune system so you can give your body a leg up in fighting off the bad guys.