Living Well

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Thinking beyond yourself can make you more open to healthy lifestyle choices

Many people feel threatened when reminded of their unhealthy behavior. However, a group of 220 sedentary adults became more receptive to health advice — and more active — after being primed to either think about their most important values or to make well-wishes for others. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on September 17, 2018

Stress over fussy eating prompts parents to pressure or reward at mealtime

Mothers report higher level of concern about long-term health consequences for fussy eaters, according to a new study. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success of […]

Published on September 17, 2018

Shifting focus from life extension to ‘healthspan’ extension

A new article addresses the need for researchers and clinicians to focus less on prolonging lifespan and more on prolonging ‘healthspan.’ Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for […]

Published on September 17, 2018