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Physiology Friday #237: An Evolutionary Perspective on Why Exercise Promotes Longevity

Physiologically Speaking

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. What physiological mechanisms make moderate to high levels of activity so favorable, especially in our modern environment? This week, I’m sharing one of my favorite articles I’ve ever written.

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Why Preventing Diabetes With Lifestyle Measures Can Add Over A Decade To Your Life

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Not everyone who meets the criteria for metabolic syndrome will become diabetic, but falling into this category means you share much of the same underlying physiology. But our physiology does not care. 5 Life's Essential 8 and risk of non-communicable chronic diseases: Outcome-wide analyses. Impressive findings.