100 Year Stories
His First 100
Joe Laird is a cool guy with an amazing sense of humor. Turning 100 hasn’t changed any of that. Joe says he’s celebrating
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 25, 2023
Category: Longevity
100 Year Stories
Established 1923
Maurine Loopstra proudly wears her new post workout jersey that reads “Maurine 100 Established 1923.” Maurine turned 100 on a Tuesday. On Wednesday she
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 18, 2023
100 Year Stories
Just Smile
When asked about his life, Angelo Capritta says, “I just smile about all the different things that happened to me.” At 100 years old, this
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 11, 2023
Chiropractic
Healthspan vs Lifespan
As the Longevity Industrial Complex continues to grow by leaps and bounds, new language – more nuanced language – is being used to talk
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 9, 2023
Featured
Fighting Off Infections
A new study finds that the secret to living to 100 and beyond is having lots of experience fighting off infections. It appears that those
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 7, 2023
100 Year Stories
Instagram’s Dancing Nana
On Instagram she’s known as the dancing nana. Whether she’s doing the tush push at a family wedding or tap dancing at a local
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 4, 2023
Family 100
Get a Pet, Live Longer
Get a pet, live longer. According to the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), it’s a fact. Not only do pets add life
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 3, 2023
Health Care 100
Don’t Stop Flossing
Everyone knows that good dental hygiene is important. Keep brushing your teeth, don’t stop flossing, and see your dentist for regular cleanings. Do these
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 2, 2023
Environment 100
Gardening – The Longevity Hobby
Nonagenarians and centenarians living in the Blue Zones all have several things in common, including their shared hobby. According to Dan Buettner, author
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 25, 2023
100 Year Stories
100 Harvests and Counting
Earl Mallinger has been involved in harvests since the age of 3 or 4. That puts him at 100 harvests and counting. Earl is 105,
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 20, 2023
100 Year Stories
Dancing Through Life
Eileen Kramer has been dancing through life for 108 years now…and counting. This Australian dancer and “all-around creative powerhouse” began dancing 90 years
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 13, 2023
Brain, Nervous System
Brain Food
It is a fact that food is medicine, and we are what we eat. However, many people don’t realize that the phrase “brain
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 11, 2023
100 Year Stories
She’s Got the Moves
Jean Bailey, 102, has been a fitness instructor for three years. She’s got the moves and enthusiastically guides others four times a week in
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 6, 2023
100 Year Stories
The Wisdom of 100 Centenarians
Even 10 years ago it wouldn’t have been likely that you’d find an article asking 100 centenarians from around the world for their
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 30, 2023
Featured
Drink Up!
We all know that our body is made of mostly water and it’s important to drink enough fluids, preferably water, each day. The
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 26, 2023
100 Year Stories
Service Above Self
So here’s a really interesting story – or two. Centenarian Robert “Bob” Gast from Warsaw, Indiana first appeared in a story about how
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 23, 2023
Fitness
The Wim Hof Way
At first glance, it looks like an extreme sport. On closer look, yes, professional athletes are participating, but so are people with chronic,
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 21, 2023
Environment 100
Social Habits and Life Spans
The first mammals evolved during the age of the dinosaur, about 190 million years ago. However, it wasn’t until 2023 that longevity researchers determined
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 19, 2023
100 Year Stories
Partying with Her Chiropractor
Helen Malicki made big plans for her 100th birthday party. She and 99 of her closest friends will be celebrating a life filled
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 16, 2023
100 Year Stories
Not Like a Lot of People
When interviewed by her local paper a day before her 100th birthday, Mary T. Alexander told the reporter, “I’m not like a lot of
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 9, 2023
Fitness
Best Exercise for Healthy Longevity
Without a doubt, exercise – moving your body with the intention to improve health and fitness – should be part of everyone’s lifestyle. But with
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 7, 2023
Change Your Life
Our Shared Future?
According to a 2023 UN Report entitled “Leaving No One Behind In An Ageing World,” our shared future is of a world that is
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 5, 2023
100 Year Stories
Adaptability is My Superpower
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt is truly one of a kind. She’s a 103-year-old nun who wakes up at 5 a.m. and starts her day with
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 2, 2023
100 Year Stories
Still Motivated, Still Curious
Some people consider themselves lucky to live to 74. Stanley Sacks has been practicing law for that long. And at 100 years old, he is
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 28, 2023
100 Year Lifestyle Essentials
Explore Your Longevity Potential
Now is the time to explore your longevity potential! Nearly 30 years ago, Max came to my office as a 98-year-old man who was
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 28, 2023
100 Year Stories
A Story to Tell
Centenarian Steve Gatensbury has written and self-published 36 books since his retirement in 1989. They range from historical to poetry. Clearly, Steve is a man
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 23, 2023
100 Year Stories
Responsible for Something Good
“I’m glad I’m responsible for something good.” That was Adele Samuelson’s response when asked about her sense of humor that has been passed down through
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 21, 2023
Change Your Life
How Do You Define Independent?
February is National Senior Independence Month. The people who created this month did so to “allow senior citizens and community members to share resources that
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 19, 2023
100 Year Stories
One Passionate Player
The game of bowls or lawn bowling in England can be traced back to the 12th century. Today it’s even more popular among young
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 16, 2023
100 Year Stories
If That Isn’t Love…
If that isn’t love, then what is? Love was in the air when San Francisco 49ers’ George Kittle brought his grandmother on the field
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 13, 2023