Five Habits of Healthy Living - Science and Practical Tips
Unlock the Secrets to a Healthy Lifestyle
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Officially recognized by the local government
This course will look at five important aspects of your life that are important for your health: (1) sleep & circadian, (2) diet, (3) exercise, (4) stress and (5) social connections. We will cover the scientific evidence for why these are important and how they impact many “life-style” diseases, such as, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression, dementia and certain cancers. Each class we will also cover practical suggestions that can be implemented in our daily lives to may help improve our overall health and well-being. The course will consist of a series of five lectures where we review the science behind living a healthy life. After each lecture, there will be ample opportunity for discussion so that participants fully understand the topic. Participants will be encouraged, but not required, to practice what is covered in class and to share their experiences with the class.
Although this course will be guided by the science and will cover evidence reported in reputable scientific journals, no special scientific background is required. An interest in science is recommended to gain the most from this course.
Your instructor, John Erve, earned his MS in Chemistry, PhD in Toxicology and has worked in several pharmaceutical firms doing drug discovery/development for various diseases. He also obtained a certificate in Whole Foods Plant Based Nutrition from Cornell University. He has given seminars on whole food plant-based diet and health at the South San Francisco and Millbrae Libraries since 2019.
Upcoming Sessions
Tue, 2p-4p
We will cover the scientific evidence for why these are important and how they impact many “life-style” diseases, such as, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression, dementia and certain cancers. Each class we will also cover practical suggestions that can be implemented in our daily lives to may help improve our overall health and well-being. The course will consist of a series of five lectures where we review the science behind living a healthy life.
Tuesday, January 16, 2024: Sleep and Circadian Rhythm
Sleep is one aspect of “circadian rhythm” that governs many aspects of our internal biology. This lecture will cover what happens when sleep, how much sleep we need and what happens when we don’t sleep enough. Will also cover some ways to improve your sleep as well as what science says is the best time to eat your meals.
Tuesday, January 23, 2024:Diet
Everyone believes they are eating a healthy diet but many people in America are overweight which is associated with many health problems. Will discuss why following a Whole-Foods Plant Based Diet is one of the best ways to lose weight quickly and safely and what are its health benefits.
Tuesday, January 30, 2024: Exercise
Most everyone knows that exercise is important but not all know the different categories of exercise and why they are all important. Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility as each has different benefits.
Tuesday, February 6, 2024:Stress
We are all constantly exposed to stress that can lead to serious health problems. Will discuss how our body responds to stress, what are the consequences of chronic stress and practical ways of keeping stress under control.
Tuesday, February 13, 2024: Social Connections
We will examine some of the wide-ranging research indicating that strong social ties are linked to a longer life. In contrast, loneliness and social isolation are linked to poorer health including depression.
Classes: 5
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