Growing older without feeling old: On vitality and ageing

Name: Growing older without feeling old: On vitality and ageing
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781925106916
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By Rudi Westendorp

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Growing Older Without Feeling Old: On Vitality and Ageing by Rudi Westendorp explores the science behind ageing while offering insights on maintaining vitality as we grow older. The book combines medical research with practical advice, presenting a perspective on how lifestyle changes and advances in healthcare can enhance the quality of life during the later years. Without focusing on the inevitabilities of ageing, it encourages readers to adopt habits that foster a healthier and more active life.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in understanding the science behind ageing and vitality. It offers insights into how we can maintain a sense of youthfulness and well-being as we grow older, blending scientific research with practical guidance to inspire a healthier and more vibrant life.

Originally published in Dutch as "Oud worden zonder het te zijn" by Atlas Contact in 2014.

Growing Older without Feeling Oldis the definitive book on a key issue for the 21st century, written by one of the world's leading experts in geriatric medicine.

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The past century has witnessed a revolution. Less than a hundred years ago, the average Western life expectancy was 40; now it is 80. And there is no end in sight—the first person who will reach 135 has already been born.

It's the most radical change in our society since industrialisation, and naturally, it raises many questions. What do longer life spans mean for the way we organise our societies? How can people best prepare themselves for living considerably longer?

Does it help to eat less, or to take hormones, vitamins, or minerals? And what can we learn from old people who remain full of vitality, despite illness and infirmity?

Growing Older without Feeling Old is the definitive book on a key issue for the 21st century, written by one of the world's leading experts in geriatric medicine. Combining medical, biological, economic, and sociological insights, Rudi Westendorp explores the causes of the ageing revolution and explains how we can greet it with confidence and enjoy leading longer, healthier, and more productive lives than ever before.

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Growing Older Without Feeling Old by Rudi Westendorp is praised for its refreshing perspective on ageing, emphasizing individual agency in maintaining vitality during later life. Reviewers commend the book as an insightful and entertaining read that challenges conventional views on ageing and addresses societal, economic, and personal responsibilities. The book is noted for its clear explanation of how to embrace long life positively, offering a thoughtful survey rather than a simplistic solution for preventing age-related decline.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925106916

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 July 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribe Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 316g

Pages: 320

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