{"id":41201,"date":"2023-01-05T14:52:40","date_gmt":"2023-01-05T21:52:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/articles\/living-culture\/copy-copy-copy-copy-copy\/"},"modified":"2023-01-10T16:01:38","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T23:01:38","slug":"long-active-fulfilling-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/articles\/health\/long-active-fulfilling-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Living a Long, Active, Fulfilling Life!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; inner_width=&#8221;auto&#8221; inner_max_width=&#8221;none&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_image _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; src=&#8221;https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/cover-story-banner-vol19.jpg&#8221; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; \/][et_pb_fullwidth_code admin_label=&#8221;Text &#8211; Fullwidth Leader Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; module_id=&#8221;fullwidth-leader-text&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_vertical_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; box_shadow_blur_tablet=&#8221;40px&#8221; box_shadow_spread_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243;]<pee>People who live a long, healthy life have something in common: they possess a strong work ethic, give back to their community, maintain a positive attitude, eat simple, whole foods, and enjoy close bonds with family. It is never too late to incorporate these traits into your life to live longer, regenerate your zest for life, and find peace within the world\u2019s chaos.<\/pee>[\/et_pb_fullwidth_code][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; inner_width=&#8221;auto&#8221; inner_max_width=&#8221;none&#8221;][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text &#8211; Body Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length=&#8221;text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93&#8243; text_text_shadow_horizontal_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_vertical_length=&#8221;text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93&#8243; text_text_shadow_vertical_length_tablet=&#8221;0px&#8221; text_text_shadow_blur_strength=&#8221;text_text_shadow_style,%91object Object%93&#8243; 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header_line_height=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_line_height_phone=&#8221;30px&#8221; header_line_height_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Women\u2019s Voice editorial board weighs in on living a long, active, fulfilling life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The keys to living your longest and best life are well within your reach \u2013 that\u2019s the message we received from our <em>Women\u2019s Voice<\/em> editorial board when we asked for their tips on health, longevity, and stress management. These are the long-time practitioners and avid researchers whom we always consult about savvy health and lifestyle advice, knowing that they bring a wealth of data to support their tips and recommendations. Many of their suggestions focus on daily choices, such as choosing wholefoods, staying active, and supplementing with concentrated nutrients.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-38803 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/07\/wv-Michael-Murray-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Michael Murray\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/07\/wv-Michael-Murray-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/07\/wv-Michael-Murray.jpg 300w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/07\/wv-Michael-Murray-24x24.jpg 24w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/07\/wv-Michael-Murray-48x48.jpg 48w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/07\/wv-Michael-Murray-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>\u201cCreate a powerful why\u201d<\/i><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>\u2014 Michael Murray, ND<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Michael T. Murray is one of the world\u2019s leading authorities on natural medicine. Dr. Murray is a graduate and faculty member of Bastyr University, and he serves on its Board of Regents. He is the author of over 30 books, including the acclaimed bestseller\u202f<\/span><\/em><span class=\"s1\">The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine<\/span><em><span class=\"s1\">\u202f(Third Edition).<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Why do we wish for longevity? \u201cFor me, life is about purpose, mission, growth, and being as healthy as possible, so that I can have the full spectrum of the human experience. I could not imagine not wanting to live life to its full potential.\u201d Dr. Murray advises his patients to \u201ceat to control blood sugar levels,\u201d including five or more servings of vege\u00adtables daily and two servings of fruit. He adds, \u201cFocus on organic foods, reduce the intake of meat and other animal products, and keep salt intake low. Choose high-quality protein supplements and eat the right type of fats. The goal is to decrease your intake of saturated fats and omega-6 fats found in most vegetable oils, and to increase the intake of monounsaturated fats from nuts, seeds, avocados, and olive oil while ensuring an adequate intake of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish and flaxseed oil.\u201d To deal with stress, Dr. Murray suggests four focuses: getting restful sleep, stabilizing blood sugar, nourishing both body and brain, and developing good life-management skills. This, he says, makes up the \u201ccohesive fabric\u201d that supports us in dealing with life\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-26984 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/Dr-Gaetano-Morello-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Gaetano Morello\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/Dr-Gaetano-Morello-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/Dr-Gaetano-Morello.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><span class=\"s1\"><i>\u201cKnow that your DNA is not your destiny\u201d <\/i><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"s2\"><b>\u2014 Gaetano Morello, ND<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Gaetano Morello is an author, researcher, and board-certified naturo\u00adpathic doctor at the West Vancouver Wellness Centre. He received his BSc in cell biology from the University of British Columbia, and his PhD in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University. For the last 10 years, he focused his practice on gastrointestinal health and chronic disease.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Studies have highlighted how identical twins, separated at birth, can grow up looking quite different from one another \u2013 with obvious disparities in muscle and fat distribution, and vast differences in health status.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFactors such as stress, diet, and nurture (namely, the relationships around you) have been shown to influence the expression of our DNA,\u201d Dr. Morello explains. To achieve our best possible genetic inheritance, he recommends a protein intake of 25 g twice a day, and taking steps to control stress. \u201cWhat we do in life echoes in eternity,\u201d he says, quoting an old saying. \u201cWhatever we put out is what we\u2019ll find. If we are hungry and all we have is a corn cob, eating it leaves us with nothing. But if half the corn cob is dried and given back to the land, it will multiply and give sustenance for a long time. Sharing and giving, loving and supporting are similar acts; they create peace within and soothe what we may call stress.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Equally important, countering stress prevents leaky gut syndrome from allowing toxins into the bloodstream and damaging the body, much as a leaky roof damages a home. \u201cWhen water lands on your leather sofa, it creates mould, and this is like developing eczema. If it hits the hinges on the doors, they rust and create arthritis. If it hits your tele\u00advision, it\u2019s like getting memory loss.\u201d He says that instead of fixing health problems as they arise, we ought to address the big issue \u2013 stress \u2013 to \u201cclose the holes on the roof.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-37375 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Kate Rh\u00e9aume, ND\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-610x609.jpg 610w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-440x440.jpg 440w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-24x24.jpg 24w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-48x48.jpg 48w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/09\/DR-KATE_Photo-11_Cropped_Online.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>\u201cRespect the power of little changes\u201d<\/i><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>\u2014 Kate Rh\u00e9aume, ND<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Kate Rh\u00e9aume is a Canadian expert, author, and educator in natural medicine. Kate regularly reports on television and the radio.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u201cI think the most important driving force in my life and that of my patients is our power to create healthier habits by making little changes over a long time. It makes living a healthy lifestyle feel effortless. When it comes to diet, I follow the 80\/20 rule \u2013 I eat as well as possible 80% of the time, and enjoy whatever I want, guilt-free, 20% of the time. When things get stressful, I remind myself that no matter what is happening, it won\u2019t be this way forever. And if there\u2019s conflict in a relationship, I put myself in the other person\u2019s position. Every time, it\u2019s an eye-opener that fills me with empathy and compassion.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-27044 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/Dr-Stephanie-Rubino-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Stephanie Rubino\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/Dr-Stephanie-Rubino-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/Dr-Stephanie-Rubino.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>\u201cTake an active role in your own health\u201d <\/i><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>\u2014 Stephanie Rubino, ND<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Stephanie Rubino is a licensed naturopathic doctor in clinical practice focusing on women\u2019s health,<br \/>stress and anxiety, and digestive health.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>According to Stephanie, \u201cWhen we are advocates for our own mental and physical wellness, we create a strong foundation for our well-being and positively influence the health of the personal relationships in our community.\u201d She advises us to keep track of our health history, collaborate fully with our health care practitioners, and ask the questions that will help us gather sound information. \u201cIt\u2019s also important to discover the dietary strategies, nutritional supplements, and activities that help you feel your best,\u201d she adds. The give-and-take between an involved patient and their caregiver is what allows such discoveries to be made, she says.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Additional ways to advocate for yourself: <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #478c3a;\"><i>Identify your stress triggers and determine how stress impacts your health.<\/i><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"s2\"> During unavoidable stress, \u201ccontinue eating healthily, staying hydrated, maintaining physical activity, and practising relaxation exercises.\u201d <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #478c3a;\"><i>Ensure balance and variety in your diet.<\/i><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"s2\"> Choose proteins, fruits, vegetables, healthy fats, and fermented foods that you know will support your immunity, digestion, brain function, and hormones. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p1\"><span style=\"color: #478c3a;\"><strong><span class=\"s1\"><i>Use effective communication to build successful relationships.<\/i> <\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s2\">\u201cCreate a safe space where you can honestly share your opinions and feelings, listen carefully, and be present for the people you care about.\u201d Developing trust with others starts here, she says.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-34899 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/dr-marita-schauch-nd-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Marita Schauch\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/dr-marita-schauch-nd-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/dr-marita-schauch-nd-24x24.jpg 24w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/dr-marita-schauch-nd-48x48.jpg 48w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2016\/12\/dr-marita-schauch-nd-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>\u201cKnow that your health is the greatest gift you can give, not just to yourself, but to your children\u201d <\/i><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>\u2014 Marita Schauch, ND<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Marita Schauch is in practice at Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre, a wellness clinic in Victoria, BC, and she lectures across North America on positive lifestyle choices.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe all struggle with daily life, its temptations, and the overall effect these have on weight and health,\u201d the doctor says. \u201cThe greatest advice I can share is to love family, forgive easily, enjoy life, and eat treats on special occasions \u2013 just not every day. It\u2019s these daily decisions that gift us with a long, active, healthy life.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Marita tells her patients to control stress by taking one day at a time, enjoying the company of family and friends, and \u201cfinding the activities that ground them.\u201d To eat well and support community, she urges us to \u201cchoose organic, nutrient-rich foods from local farmers.\u201d To build long-lasting and mutually supportive relationships, she advises us to show respect, demonstrate love, tell our truths, listen to others, and, instead of fostering resentment or score-settling, choose forgiveness.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-34541 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Karen Jensen\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-610x610.jpg 610w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-440x440.jpg 440w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-24x24.jpg 24w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-48x48.jpg 48w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/11\/Karen6-QV0A8316_Small-e1574754596563.jpg 1098w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">\u201cRemember that attitude and perception matter\u201d <\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\"><b>\u2014 Karen Jensen, ND<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><em><span class=\"s1\">Karen Jensen was in clinical practice for 25 years. Although she is retired, she continues to write books and educate on the naturopathic approach to wellness. She is the author and co-author of seven books, her most recent being\u202f<\/span><\/em><span class=\"s1\">Three\u202fBrains<\/span><em><span class=\"s1\">, a comprehensive guide for brain health.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Relationships are \u201ccomplicated,\u201d but \u201cour outlook on life is the foundation\u201d not only of our relationships, but of our health as well, Dr. Jensen believes. Mindset affects stress, which in turn affects health. She explains, \u201cPerception is how we think about a given situation, and it is part of what determines whether the stress response is triggered. For example, if our perception is influenced by a negative attitude, then the stressor will be perceived as more of a threat than it would be if we had a more optimistic outlook.\u201d To prevent activating the inflammation response that follows perceived stress, \u201cremember that stress is not an inevitable cause of disease,\u201d the doctor says. \u201cRather, it\u2019s a controllable cause of disease because we have a choice in how we respond.\u201d Other ways to counteract stress? Eat a Mediterranean diet, she advises, and supplement with adaptogens to combat the negative impact of the stress response.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">We\u2019ll wrap up this feast of advice by emphasizing the underlying message in all the pointers we received from our editorial board: it\u2019s <i>our daily decisions,<\/i> both the ones we actively choose and the ones we hardly know we\u2019re making, that make all the difference in our quest to live a longer, healthier life!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-41228 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life.jpg\" alt=\"Supplement choices for a long, active life.\" width=\"1188\" height=\"1584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life.jpg 1188w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life-610x813.jpg 610w, https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/01\/Supplement-choices-for-long-active-life-1080x1440.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1188px) 100vw, 1188px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n<span class=\"et_bloom_bottom_trigger\"><\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row_empty\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div> Women\u2019s Voice editorial board weighs in on living a long, active, fulfilling life!The keys to living your longest and best life are well within your reach \u2013 that\u2019s the message we received from our Women\u2019s Voice editorial board when we asked for their tips on health, longevity, and stress management. 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