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Extending health span, the period of life free from major disease, involves combating physical inactivity and overeating. Evidence supports exercise and calorie restriction (CR) for better health and longevity.

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  • Gerontology and Public Health

Background:

  • Health span in the US lags behind other developed nations.
  • Physical inactivity and excessive calorie intake are significant contributors to reduced health span.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence on exercise and calorie restriction (CR) for improving physical and mental health.
  • To explore strategies for extending health span.

Main Methods:

  • Review of scientific literature on exercise and calorie restriction.
  • Analysis of factors influencing health span.
  • Proposal of a novel approach to promote health behaviors.

Main Results:

  • Exercise and CR show potential for enhancing physical and mental health.
  • These interventions can contribute to extending health span.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing physical inactivity and calorie intake is crucial for improving health span.
  • A novel, humor-infused strategy may enhance adherence to health-promoting behaviors and extend health span.