Traditionally, we view aging as an inevitable consequence that happens to our bodies as we get older. We think that as we gain more years of life, it is a given that we begin to slow down, become less agile, lose our memories, and gain more chronic diseases.
"We are an ecosystem" — Mark Hyman, MD
Longevity researchers are beginning to reframe and reclassify aging as a disease, not a consequence. This is a very crucial distinction because according to the Functional Medicine model, diseases can be prevented, treated, and cured.
When we start to look at aging as a disease, we can start to ask what the cause of aging is. And, guess what? We actually have some answers beyond just getting old. There are a lot of different functions within your body that contribute to aging.
In this video, Dr. Mark Hyman discusses all the steps to creating a healthier life for optimal aging.