The correct balance of protein—which includes the right sources, dosages, and timing—is optimal for balancing mTOR activity and supporting overall health and longevity.

While weight loss is often touted as the solution to a healthier life, multiple studies have found that being too thin or losing weight after a certain age may negatively impact longevity.

To improve symptoms of indigestion, add probiotic foods and supplements, digestive enzymes or bitter herbs before meals, chew food well, manage stress, eat mindfully, and take a short walk after eating.

As we age, the bacteria in our guts start to shift—and these microbial changes can reflect not only variations in health outcomes but also differences in how long we live.