From the Book - First edition.
The scenic route : living in the age of longevity. Beauty is timeless, wisdom is priceless : what we talk about when we talk about aging ; How your life got longer : the story of longevity ; The new science of getting old : how aging is studied today ; Sex, drugs, and bikini medicine : how being female affects your health and your healthcare
Steep grades, sharp curves : the biology of aging. Time is relative : the biological impact of genes, choices, and attitudes ; The mirror and the microscope : the secrets of cellular aging, revealed ; Shape-shifter : how the female body changes through time ; The case of the hot flashes : investigating the mysteries of the menopause transition
You are here : the art and science of living longer. Brick house : building a stronger body with food, fitness, and rest ; Chill out : support your immune system by managing stress ; How to program your supercomputer : building a stronger brain ; Love big : celebrating the joys of connection.