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What is the RealAge concept?

There's the calendar age of your body, which is based on your birthday, and then there's the actual age of your body, which is based on lifestyle choices. Michael Roizen, MD explains how the RealAge idea originated.


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  • The RealAge test: how old does your body think you are?

  • How does stress cause aging and how can I minimize it?

  • The RealAge workout

  • What is your biological age?

  • What are ways to help people make healthy choices?

  • How can i incorporate more exercise into my day?

  • 2 ways to boost your energy in winter

  • 4 tips to help you go green

  • Can lifestyle choices affect the way I age?

  • How nutritious are restaurants' "healthy" menu items?

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