The Best Test to Determine How Long You Will Live

Learn more about aging and how to support longevity!

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0:00 Introduction: How to live longer
1:40 Common signs of aging
2:31 The best test to determine how long you will live
3:58 Home tests for sarcopenia
5:08 How to increase longevity

One of my goals is to help people live longer, quality lives. So, let’s talk about longevity.

Of course there are common signs of aging like wrinkles, gray hair, or loss of hearing. But these aren’t actually good indicators of how old someone is or how long they might live.

I believe the best indicator to determine longevity is muscle strength. As a person ages, they lose muscle mass and strength. There is a strong association between the loss of muscle strength and mortality.

The muscles that are affected first are the anterior thigh muscles (the quadriceps). One test that is used to determine if someone has sarcopenia (muscle atrophy) is the sit-to-stand time test or a chair-to-stand test. You can also try the hand grip strength test.

The best ways to support longevity:
1. Take vitamin D
2. Do resistance-type exercise
3. Consume nutrient-dense foods
4. Do fasting
5. Keep your cortisol low
6. Improve your state of mind
7. Consume an adequate amount of quality protein
8. Take HMB (if you have sarcopenia)

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand longevity and how to support longevity. I’ll see you in the next video.

[Drberg]

Watch My Other Videos on Longevity:
The Important Nutrient – Longevity Link – Nutritional Deficiency & DNA Damage

How To Prevent Premature Death & Increase Longevity – Part 1

How to Live Longer – The One Exercise That Makes You Live Longer

[jeanmartin]

My mom lived to 86. She died from ovarian cancer. My dad lived to 97. Passed from pneumonia. My mom always said she would rather wear out than rust out. I can still hear her saying, “ Get up and start moving around. You’ll feel better.” She was still driving from Minnesota to Arizona and back every year at eighty four. Dad stopped driving when his eyesight started to go. Nothing serious, he just didn’t think a seventy five year old man with cataracts should drive. Mom still had twenty-twenty when she passed. They were the most in love couple I have ever seen in all my sixty-five years.

[sidoniewinterpasternak]

My mother was overweight, ate mostly the carbs, lived happily until 92, in a good condition mentally and physically. Always smiling and helping those around her.

[dmariewalker]

All I can say is if your healthy, don’t gloat, your life can change in a minute, mine did…when a drunk driver changed my life forever. I’m still suffering from medical problems caused by a drunk driver, I was on my way to work at the hospital where I was an oncology nurse, if I hadn’t been in great shape I wouldn’t have survived the crash.

[pete]

I’m 62. I remember my dad telling me when I was young to take care of my legs… “ you’ll need them more than you think when you get older ..” after my daily stretches and light weight lifts, I end with 3 sets of squats ! Been doing it for 20 years. A game changer!

[christinerobinson]

My dad died this morning. He was 81. He lived a clean life. His father drank like a fish and smoked like a chimney, and he lived to 87. I was dong great until I broke my ankle in three places last April. Today I had my meniscus operated on and I’m in pain. I have extreme pain in that ankle. I was in perfect form for 58, but now I feel 88. I hope I catch back up after I heal up.

[juanitahardy]

I am 74 and very active, pain free and eat very little sugar and no processed or packaged foods. I took myself off all prescription drugs. I also removed the negative people from my life. I can jump up quickly from the chair but do twist quickly to get up off the floor. I have several friends from 55 to 65 that are living with pain, unhealthy and inactive eating a horrible diet. My point is you choose for yourself and live (or die) with the consequences. I just came in from a 8 km walk but I have lost muscle mass over the years of which I am aware. I walk a minimum of 4 km daily 365 days of the my peace maker.

[bigrichdude]

I'm 63. Been practicing Dr. Bergs ideas for decades. I can do 60 full pushups at one time. 12 full pullups. And can bike 50 miles non stop. And my blood work comes back perfect. On all accounts. I feel like 35! Praise God!

[MilenGala]

My grandmother turned 100 this year. She can still take full care of herself (shower, clothes, eats, cut vegetables, walk, etc.) she stretches everyday (her form of yoga) and basically has fasted her whole life. Many OMAD days. No keto, eats plenty of vegetables and carbs. Is religious. Mentally as sharp as a knife with no memory loss. Very disciplined. Never eats food out of a box. Doing something right!

[MMimi-mgqt]

My grandmother died in her 101 year. Secret to that? Probably healthy food with no additives - she never ate anything coming form any package, and she was physically active, talking to friends neighbors and family every day. Being outside every day with clean air in the countryside. No yoga etc and no keto obviously. Eating food that is in seasons, pickles in winter in particular (cabbages etc). One thing you couldn't make her take ever: medicine, pills. Never ever. Never went to a doctor. Or should I write "doctor" and "medicine"?

[frankiefurbag]

Mom mom is 99, she was diagnosed w dementia at 65. She has not been in a home. We are happy to have her at home, still walking around having fun.

[Wireman]

I’m 69, almost 70. I started riding a bicycle about 15 years ago. I can ride for 30 to 35 miles in around 2 hours. I try to do this every other day. Getting up off the floor, no problem. I highly recommend taking up cycling if possible. It has helped my overall health immensely.

[vaar]

Dr. Berg, you saved my life, literally . Since beginning Keto Sept. 29th I am 60 lbs lighter, my 150 to 200 Blood sugar has been in the 80 to 90 range, blood pressure totally normal...edema gone and I feel like new woman...of 71 yrs!! My PCP is amazed as well as my pulmonary doctor... thank you and keep doing what you do, lol. 🤩

[DDLTex]

My grandmother passed at 103 in 2007. She smoked had asthma and she was always surrounded by family who loved her .

[gaylemoreno]

Great information Dr.Berg! I am 65 yrs. This past Sunday at church I told my new friend my age and she couldn't believe it. She thought I was 10 yrs younger. I have lowered my carbs and has helped with reducing inflammation. I also exercise 3 x a week, walk, dance.

[joelkoonce]

Thanks again Doc. Your balanced view on health and longevity, saves lives. 🙂

[garymoore]

At 79 I meditate 2 hours a day, have no probelem standing up from a cross-legged position on the floor. I did yoga a lot when I was younger, did until shoulder injuries made that very difficult. But stll that has given me a good base for all physical activities. Still gardening, chopping firewood, walking, I eat well, and not too much. Best wishes to all in enjoying the wisdom of the elder years.

[bartondean]

I'm 55, a black belt/boxer and I am as fast as ever. I started IF and healthy keto a couple years ago thanks to Dr Berg and feel 35. I can walk for an hour or two at a fast clip easily. Month I turned 55 I walked 30 miles a week to prove to myself I could do it. I also lift with dumbbells 3 or 4 times a week. 40-45 I got fat and out of shape and felt horrible, and old, not going back to that. Its hard work to be fat. I also never liked drinking at all, got bored with it in my late 20's and HATED hangovers, I just do not understand booze culture and how people can drink every damn day. Its crazy to me.

[maryarchangel]

My dad lived to be 93, his brother was 99. Their parents both lived to be 98 and my great-grandmother was 99. My grandfather was an alcoholic and my father had a sweet tooth. I think my father was right, he always said that longevity is in the genes.

[TheMg]

Good vid. Very informative. I'm 75, and it feels like I've aged more in the past year than in the previous 10. Definitely getting weaker, but can still sit and get up from the floor ok, and grip strength is very good. Play tennis a couple times a week, do dumbbells and kettle bells a couple times a week, bicycle or walk to everything within about a 4-mile radius of my home. Farther than that and I take a bus or get a ride. During the past year I've been diagnosed with various back and hip problems, osteopenia, and arthritis. Seems like I need significantly more sleep than a year or so ago. I've had Crohn's disease for about 15 years, but take Humira and it's been in remission for over two years. During the past year my vocalization has become markedly weaker. That is, I struggle to talk as loud as I could even just a year ago. Anyway, thanks for your videos. I went ahead and subscribed. Your presentations are clear and I can understand what you're saying. Plus, a friend of mine who is a health and fitness nut recommended you.