In an article printed in the BMJ ( BMJ 2008;337:a399 ), Dr. Butler et al, are presenting a theory that is so revolutionary, so unbelievably insightful and paradigm shattering that it may signal an evolutionary shift in how medicine will be practiced for the next millenium:
The promotion of health and longevity may be more successful at preventing disease and improving both the quality and quantity of our lives than attacking individual diseases.
I like to call this the “An Apple a Day keeps the Doctor Away” theory.
But seriously folks, the authors of this study believe that a shift towards health promotion and disease prevention could pay off with social, economic and health benefits for present and future generations. We’re talking improved quality and duration of life. It’s a win-win.
In the study, they also note that since we all have biochemical mechanisms that influence how quickly we age, and that through lifestyle changes or possibly even genetic alteration, it is possible to extend lifespan by postponing or even eliminating ( if Freddie Mercury is correct ) aging-related processes and diseases.
As expected, research into how lifestyle interventions, such as exercise and improved nutrition, may provide us with the location of theis fountain of youth is ongoing.
Fingers crossed everybody.
But for now, turn your head and cough or click here and here and here.
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In an article printed in the BMJ ( BMJ 2008;337:a399 ), Dr. Butler et al, are presenting a theory that is so revolutionary, so unbelievably insightful and paradigm shattering that it may signal an evolutionary shift in how medicine will be practiced for the next millenium:
The promotion of health and longevity may be more successful at preventing disease and improving both the quality and quantity of our lives than attacking individual diseases.
I like to call this the “An Apple a Day keeps the Doctor Away” theory.
But seriously folks, the authors of this study believe that a shift towards health promotion and disease prevention could pay off with social, economic and health benefits for present and future generations. We’re talking improved quality and duration of life. It’s a win-win.
In the study, they also note that since we all have biochemical mechanisms that influence how quickly we age, and that through lifestyle changes or possibly even genetic alteration, it is possible to extend lifespan by postponing or even eliminating ( if Freddie Mercury is correct ) aging-related processes and diseases.
As expected, research into how lifestyle interventions, such as exercise and improved nutrition, may provide us with the location of theis fountain of youth is ongoing.
Fingers crossed everybody.
But for now, turn your head and cough or click here and here and here.
.
If you like what you see here, click here for updates or Share this Post with the rest of the world.
Thanks.
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