3172: How Does Stress Affect How We Age? How to Slow Aging and Stay Young on Managing Stress and Supporting Healthy Aging

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Episode 3172:

Dr. Neal Malik explains how toxic stress accelerates the aging process by driving inflammation and keeping the body in a constant state of fight-or-flight. He breaks down the difference between good and harmful stress, and shares simple, science-backed strategies, like deep breathing, exercise, sleep, and social connection, to help you stay youthful and resilient.

Quotes to ponder:

"Good stress is also called 'eustress' that sense of accomplishment after finishing a tough workout."

"With chronic distress, it’s like your body never gets a chance to relax and go back to normal."

"Think of stress management like you would any other important event or meeting during your day."

Episode references:

Harvard Health Publishing – How Stress Affects the Body: https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/understanding-the-stress-response

American Psychological Association – Stress Effects on the Body: https://www.apa.org/topics/stress/body

The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808

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