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Limber for Life
We all know that being fit is important for every stage of life. Whether you swim, walk, play pickleball, or garden, moving your
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October 6, 2024
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100 Year Stories
Picture Perfect
Creativity truly knowns no age limits. At 103 years old, Ralph Conte, continues to nurture his lifelong passion for photography. His granddaughter says
100 Year Lifestyle
August 28, 2024
100 Year Stories
Keep Curious
Curiosity may have killed the cat but it could well be Peggy Cobb’s secret to her amazing longevity. She says curiosity is her
100 Year Lifestyle
July 17, 2024
100 Year Stories
A Life of Service
Ester Wagner has spent her entire life doing for others. Whether in her work or as a volunteer, Ester doesn’t like to sit
100 Year Lifestyle
June 19, 2024
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When Does Old Age Begin?
Society as a whole has begun to ask the question – when does old age begin? In a world that has long been
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June 2, 2024
100 Year Stories
Rants, Raves, & Reflections of a Renaissance Woman
Gloria Jaroff is a Renaissance woman. She’s lovely, personable, brilliant, and highly accomplished. She’s got a great sense of humor, has led a
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 30, 2024
100 Year Stories
Eclipse Chaser
Being 105 years old means you’ve seen a lot of things in your lifetime. However, Laverne Biser hasn’t just focused on earthly goings
100 Year Lifestyle
May 9, 2024
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Longevity Literacy
What’s your longevity literacy? Perhaps more importantly, what’s your financial planners’ longevity literacy? Longevity literacy is a term used by the financial
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 31, 2024
100 Year Stories
Carrying the Torch
In 1924, France hosted the Olympic Summer games. Frenchman Charles Coste was also born that year. Now, in 2024, the Olympics are once
100 Year Lifestyle
March 28, 2024
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What’s Your Zone?
We’re hearing a great deal about the Blue Zones these days. In case you haven’t heard, Blue Zones are places identified by Dan
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March 24, 2024
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Curiosity Killed the Cat…
Many people have heard at least half of this old adage. The first half goes, “curiosity killed the cat.” The lesser known second
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March 3, 2024
100 Year Stories
Full of Beans
The expression “full of beans” refers to someone having lots of energy and enthusiasm. In the case of Helena Pereira dos Santos, the
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February 15, 2024
100 Year Stories
You Could Be a Centenarian
If you’ve been reading The 100 Year Lifestyle stories about centenarians, nonagenarians, and supercentenarians, you have probably noticed that very few of these
100 Year Lifestyle
January 25, 2024
100 Year Stories
Singapore – The 6th Blue Zone
Singapore is the latest country to be named a Blue Zone. The sixth Blue Zone is the latest and only new one to
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December 28, 2023
100 Year Stories
Feels Good at 107
If you talk to Bobbie West, she’ll tell you she feels good at 107 years old! Her vision is poor, and she doesn’t
100 Year Lifestyle
October 5, 2023
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Becoming a Least Vulnerable Person – 2023
This article was originally published during 2020. Since then, the threat of the pandemic, and the flow of information about variants has been
Dr. Eric Plasker
September 17, 2023
100 Year Stories
Flying High
John Hartness has been flying high since he was 16 years old. So, it’s no wonder that he took to the sky to
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September 7, 2023
100 Year Stories
Couldn’t Stay Retired
Jayne Burns tried, but she just couldn’t stay retired. This past accountant has been working as a fabric cutter for the last 26
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August 24, 2023
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Spicy Food and Longevity
Love spicy food? You’re not alone. According to a recent Instacart survey, 74% of Americans enjoy adding hot sauce to their food. If
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August 22, 2023
100 Year Stories
An Old Friend
He’s being referred to as a “veteran U.S. diplomat” and an “old friend” of the Chinese. They are talking about how Henry Kissinger
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August 17, 2023
Family 100
Not Just Child’s Play
Do you have a secret stash of adult coloring books? Are you someone who likes to stroll around the museum on a regular
Dr. Eric Plasker
August 1, 2023
100 Year Stories
Do Yourself a Favor, Enjoy Everything
Mildred Kirschenbaum is an advice giving social media star. She’s got over 2.1 million views on TikTok and her Instagram posts have gone
Dr. Eric Plasker
July 27, 2023
100 Year Stories
The Women are Crushing It!
When it comes to healthy longevity, the women are crushing it! Ruth Sweedler, 103, has her big sister Shirley Hodes, 106, showing her the
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June 29, 2023
Health Care 100
Lose Your Cool or Stay Cool?
Every day there is something – an event, an interaction, a realization – that has the potential to make you angry. How do you
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June 20, 2023
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You Are Preparing for a 100 Year Lifestyle – Is Your Financial Planner?
If you are reading this article, you are either already committed to the 100 Year Lifestyle or strongly considering doing so. You also likely
Brad Berger
June 4, 2023
100 Year Stories
As Independent as Ever
Vincent Dransfield drives himself when he runs his errands. He cooks for himself, does his own chores, and walks between the basement, first, and
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June 1, 2023
Brain, Nervous System
Read Books, Live Longer
Book lovers rejoice! A study conducted by Yale University has proven that reading books is directly tied to longevity. In other words, read books,
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May 30, 2023
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
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Benefits of Intermittent Fasting
Everyone today is talking about the many benefits of intermittent fasting – including potentially increasing longevity. But this latest fad isn’t really a fad
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 21, 2023
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