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Free PDF from Dr Eoghan Colgan. - [Blog](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/) - A longevity blog with evidence-based insights on sleep, nutrition, exercise, and building healthy habits that actually stick. From Dr Eoghan Colgan. - [Podcast](https://stressfreelongevity.com/longevity-podcast/) - A longevity podcast cutting through the noise. Dr Eoghan Colgan interviews leading scientists to uncover what actually works for health and ageing well. - [Health After 60](https://stressfreelongevity.com/free-checklist/) - Health After 60 The Actions That Actually Matter What's inside The actions with the strongest evidence - not 100 biohacks, just what actually moves the needle Print it out. Pick one thing. Tick it off when it's automatic - then add the next. The biggest gains come from going from nothing to something - small - [Nutrition](https://stressfreelongevity.com/nutrition/) - What's the best nutrition for longevity? Explore expert interviews and research insights on the eating habits that support healthy aging. - [Who I Am](https://stressfreelongevity.com/who-i-am/) - Eoghan Colgan is an emergency doctor who interviews world-class scientists to uncover what actually works for health and longevity. No hype - just evidence. - [Contact](https://stressfreelongevity.com/contact/) - Get in touch with Dr Eoghan Colgan. Questions about longevity, interview suggestions, or collaboration ideas welcome. - [Sleep](https://stressfreelongevity.com/sleep/) - Explore the connection between sleep and longevity. Expert interviews and practical guidance on the sleep habits that support a longer, healthier life. - [Privacy Policy](https://stressfreelongevity.com/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy We do not share personal information with third-parties nor do we store information we collect about your visit to this blog for use other than to analyze content performance through the use of cookies, which you can turn off at anytime by modifying your Internet browser's settings. We are not responsible for the - [Earnings Disclaimer](https://stressfreelongevity.com/earnings-disclaimer/) - Earnings Disclaimer *[Straight-Talk Alert] – this is our full Disclaimer. Please be sure to read it carefully so you know exactly where you stand: Note that individual results will vary and income results are not guaranteed with anything we share on this website. Our goal is to recommend you online tools, education, tips, and ideas - [Affiliate Disclosure](https://stressfreelongevity.com/affiliate-disclosure/) - Affiliate Disclosure I believe in transparency on the web and so I am disclosing that I’ve included certain products and links on this site that I will earn an affiliate commission for should you decide to make a purchase. My goal with this site is to help educate you on the possibilities that exist online ## Blog Posts - [Forever Chemicals: How to Reduce Your PFAS Exposure](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/pfas-exposure/) - Forever chemicals are in nearly everyone's blood — but what's the real risk and what actually works? A doctor explains how to reduce your PFAS exposure, calmly. - [How Much Strength Training Do You Actually Need Per Week?](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/how-much-strength-training-per-week/) - How much strength training per week? A doctor breaks down the new evidence: two short sessions, what actually counts, and why starting beats optimising. - [Does Losing Weight Increase Testosterone? What the Evidence Says](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/does-losing-weight-increase-testosterone/) - Does losing weight increase testosterone? Yes — and it's dose-dependent. A doctor explains how much to lose, how fast it works, and why TRT isn't the fix. - [What Is a Good Waist-to-Height Ratio? (And How to Measure Yours)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/waist-to-height-ratio/) - A good waist-to-height ratio is under 0.5 — keep your waist below half your height. A doctor explains how to measure it, what it means, and why it beats BMI - [What Is Cardiometabolic Health? (And Why Only 7% of Us Pass)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/what-is-cardiometabolic-health/) - Your blood pressure, blood sugar, weight and cholesterol aren't separate problems — they're one system. What cardiometabolic health means for you. - [The Safest Sleep Aid: What to Take (And What to Stop)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/safest-sleep-aid/) - What is the safest sleep aid? A doctor ranks them from the cleanest melatonin option to the OTC pill with the clearest brain-aging signal. Plus what works. - [Types of Magnesium: What Actually Works (and What Doesn't)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/types-of-magnesium/) - The supplement aisle has ten types of magnesium. An ER doctor explains which ones actually work, which are worth a try, and which to skip. - [GLP-1 Muscle Loss: What's Real, What's Overstated, and What to Do](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/glp-1-muscle-loss/) - GLP-1 muscle loss: what's real, what's overstated. A doctor explains what's happening, why it's normal, and the three-part plan that protects you. - [Heart Rate Recovery: What Your Number Means (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/heart-rate-recovery/) - Heart rate recovery predicts mortality better than blocked arteries. A doctor explains the numbers by age, how to measure it and how to improve yours. - [How to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally: What Actually Works, Ranked by Evidence](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/how-to-lower-blood-pressure-naturally/) - An ER doctor ranks the 6 lifestyle changes that lower blood pressure by the most. With real numbers. Plus when medication is the right call. - [Creatine Over 50: Who Should Take It (And Who Shouldn't)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/creatine-over-50/) - Creatine works — but only for some people. A doctor explains the evidence for muscle, brain, and bone, and who genuinely benefits after 50. - [How to Maintain Muscle After 40: What Actually Works](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/how-to-maintain-muscle-after-40/) - How to maintain muscle after 40: it has two parts, and the second is the one even most doctors miss. A doctor explains what to do. - [Heart Rate vs VO2 Max vs HRV: Which Is the Most Useful?](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/heart-rate-vs-vo2-max/) - Heart rate vs VO2 max vs HRV — which smartwatch metric matters most? A doctor ranks all four by longevity evidence and practical use. - [Is Sitting All Day Bad for You? (Yes — Even If You Exercise)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/is-sitting-all-day-bad-for-you/) - Is sitting all day bad for you — even if you exercise? A doctor explains the three mechanisms behind the damage and how often you need to move. - [VO2 Max by Age: What Your Number Means and Why It Matters](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/vo2-max-by-age/) - VO2 max predicts how long you'll live better than any other metric. Here's what a good score looks like for your age and sex — and what to do about yours. - [What Is a Good HRV? (And How to Improve Yours)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/what-is-a-good-hrv/) - What's a good HRV for your age? Reference ranges for RMSSD and SDNN, what affects your score, and the evidence on improving it. - [What Is a Good Resting Heart Rate? (And Why "Normal" Isn't the Same as Healthy)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/what-is-a-good-resting-heart-rate/) - Your doctor says 60-100 is normal. The research says that's not enough. An ER doctor explains what "good" really looks like — and what to do about it. - [Best Exercise to Live Longer: What the Research Actually Shows](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/best-exercise-to-live-longer/) - What's the best exercise for longevity? A doctor breaks down the evidence — and the answer is better than might think - [Healthy Aging Tips: What the Evidence Shows and How to Start](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/healthy-aging-tips/) - Most healthy aging advice is the same recycled list. A doctor who's interviewed 50+ experts shares what the evidence actually shows — and what to ignore. - [Foods That Fight Fatigue: What Actually Works (And What Doesn't)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/foods-that-fight-fatigue/) - It's not about superfoods. A doctor explains the four dietary patterns that drain your energy after 40 — and the simple fixes that actually help. - [Longevity Tips That Actually Work (No Extreme Protocols)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/longevity-tips/) - 5 evidence-based longevity tips that outperform extreme protocols. A doctor explains what the science actually supports — and why the fundamentals win. - [Healthspan vs Lifespan: Add 12+ Healthy Years](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/healthspan-vs-lifespan/) - Healthspan vs lifespan: what's the difference and why does it matter? Most people spend 9-12 years in decline — but it's not inevitable. What I discovered. - [Sleep Schedule for Busy Professionals: The 1-Hour Rule](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/sleep-schedule-for-busy-professionals/) - A sleep schedule for busy professionals that actually works. Research shows consistency beats duration. Learn the 1-hour rule backed by 60,000+ people. - [Zone 2 Training for Beginners: Why Walking Is Enough](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/zone-2-training-beginners/) - Zone 2 training for beginners doesn't require running. Walking is enough. Here's how to start — no gadgets, no suffering, just results. - [Why You're Always Tired After Eating (And When It Actually Matters)](https://stressfreelongevity.com/blog/always-tired-after-eating/) - Always tired after eating? It's three things — not one. A doctor explains what's normal, what's not, and the 2-minute fix that beats another coffee. ## Podcast Episodes - [Episode 24: Understanding Environmental Toxins with Professor Alistair Boxall](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-environmental-toxins/) - Discover which environmental toxins actually threaten your health with Professor Alastair Boxall. Evidence-based insights on water, PFAS, and exposure. - [Episode 23: Understanding Microplastics with Professor Richard Thompson](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-microplastics/) - Learn how microplastics enter our food, water and air with Professor Richard Thompson, the scientist who coined the term. - [Episode 22: Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection with Professor John Cryan](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-the-gut-brain-connection/) - Episode Overview Professor John Cryan - Vice President for Research at University College Cork and a pioneer of microbiome-gut-brain science - reveals how trillions of gut microbes directly influence your mood, stress resilience, and long-term brain health. From coining the term "psychobiotic" to leading research linking gut bacteria to social behaviour and neurodegenerative disease, Prof. - [Episode 21: Understanding Protein and Muscle with Professor Luc Van Loon](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-protein-and-muscle/) - Discover the science of protein and muscle with Professor Luc Van Loon. Evidence-based insights on muscle protein synthesis, timing, and optimal intake - [Episode 2: Understanding Cardiometabolic Health with Professor Jason Gill](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-cardiometabolic-health-part-1/) - Weight loss and healthy eating: Cardiometabolic health expert debunks food myths and shares science-backed tips for long-term success. - [Episode 20: Understanding Ultra Processed Foods with Dr Euridice Martinez-Steele](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-ultra-processed-foods/) - Learn why ultra processed foods are linked to 32 health conditions with Dr Martinez-Steele. Evidence from 10 million participants on UPFs and disease risk - [Episode 1: Understanding Stress with Professor Stafford Lightman](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-stress/) - Discover what stress means for your health with neuroendocrinologist Prof. Lightman. Learn why common stress tests fail and what actually matters for wellbeing. - [Episode 3: Understanding Aerobic Exercise with Dr Niels Vollaard](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-aerobic-exercise/) - Learn how 20 minutes of aerobic exercise weekly can maximize health benefits. Dr. Vollaard reveals the science behind efficient workouts for longevity. - [Episode 5: Understanding Neuromuscular Exercise with Prof Maria Stokes](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-neuromuscular-exercise/) - Learn how neuromuscular exercise prevents injury and improves health with Prof. Stokes. Simple movements that deliver maximum benefits. - [Episode 6: Understanding Muscle Physiology with Prof Keith Baar](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-muscle-physiology/) - Discover how muscle physiology impacts health and longevity with Prof. Keith Baar as he explains mTOR, PGC-1α and minimum effective exercise for health. - [Episode 7: Understanding Strength Training with Prof Leigh Breen](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-strength-training/) - Discover effective strength training for longevity with Prof. Breen. Learn beginner exercises, proper progression and nutrition tips for lifelong muscle health. - [Episode 8: Understanding Workplace Physical Activity with Dr Gemma Ryde](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-workplace-physical-activity/) - Workplace physical activity expert Dr. Gemma Ryde shares evidence-based strategies to implement effective movement initiatives that benefit companies and staff - [Episode 9: Understanding How To Manage Stress with Professor Marc Jones](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-how-to-manage-stress/) - Learn how to manage stress effectively with Professor Mark Jones. Discover science-backed strategies for chronic stress, workplace pressure & resilience. - [Episode 4: Understanding Cardiometabolic Health (Part 2) with Prof Jason Gill](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-cardiometabolic-health-part-2/) - Weight loss and exercise: Cardiometabolic health expert debunks exercise myths and shares science-backed tips for long-term success. - [Episode 10: Understanding The Body Clock (Sleep Science) with Professor Russell Foster](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-the-body-clock/) - Discover how your body clock controls health with Oxford sleep science expert Professor Russell Foster. Learn evidence-based tips for better sleep. - [Episode 11: Understanding Intermittent Fasting with Professor Michelle Harvie](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-intermittent-fasting/) - Professor Michelle Harvie reveals the science behind intermittent fasting and the 5:2 diet. Evidence-based insights on weight loss and metabolic health. - [Episode 12: Understanding How to Sleep Better with Professor Colin Espie](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-how-to-sleep-better/) - Learn how to sleep better with Oxford sleep medicine expert Professor Colin Espie. Get proven sleep tips & natural insomnia treatment strategies. - [Episode 13: Understanding Behaviour Change with Doctor Chloe Grimmett](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-behaviour-change/) - Discover the science of behaviour change with Dr Chloe Grimmett. Learn motivation techniques and strategies for sustainable healthy habits. - [Episode 14: Understanding Sleep Health with Doctor Allie Hare](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-sleep-health/) - Explore sleep health with Dr Ali Hare, UK sleep specialist. Uncover the gut-brain connection and why sleep optimisation often makes sleep worse. - [Episode 15: Understanding Dietary Supplements with Professor Joann Manson](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-dietary-supplements/) - Do dietary supplements actually work? Harvard researcher, Prof. Joann Manson exposes the reality based on years of scientific evidence. You may be surprised! - [Episode 16: Understanding Nutrition with Professor Emilie Combet](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-nutrition/) - Understanding nutrition with Professor Combet. Evidence-based healthy eating strategies, weight management tips, and sustainable diet advice. - [Episode 17: Understanding Probiotics and Prebiotics with Professor Colin Hill](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-probiotics-and-prebiotics/) - Learn the science of probiotics and prebiotics with microbiologist Professor Colin Hill. Expert insights on gut microbiome health and longevity. - [Episode 18: Understanding Type 2 Diabetes with Professor Mike Lean](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-type-2-diabetes/) - Discover how type 2 diabetes can be reversed through weight loss with Professor Mike Lean. Evidence-based insights on diabetes remission and metabolic health - [Episode 19: Understanding Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease with Professor Bernadette Moore](https://stressfreelongevity.com/podcast/understanding-non-alcoholic-fatty-liver-disease/) - Fatty liver disease affects 30% of people worldwide. Discover evidence-based strategies for reversal through diet and lifestyle with professor Bernadette Moore ## Categories - [Longevity](https://stressfreelongevity.com/category/longevity/) - Longevity - [Sleep](https://stressfreelongevity.com/category/sleep/) - [Exercise](https://stressfreelongevity.com/category/exercise/) - [Nutrition](https://stressfreelongevity.com/category/nutrition/) - [Environment](https://stressfreelongevity.com/category/environment/)