Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging

by Sheldon G. Sheps, Mayo Clinic

This 13-volume set from the Mayo Clinic gives detailed information on various health conditions, for example, high blood pressure, depression, and prostate health. Each book contains a wealth of information including charts and graphs.

Genres: Health

244 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Farah G · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book can be a useful resource for people as it covers key issues around aging, which is a process that so many are worried about. It also delivers the welcome news that the effects of aging can often be modified by considering lifestyle elements.

The issue of epigenetics is touched upon, with the message that our genes are less important than we think, and that the choices we make with regard to exercise, stress management, nutrition etc have more of an impact in determining which genes are switched on.

The book would however benefit from organising the information in a more user-friendly fashion, as it is somewhat densely packed in. Given that much of the information is useful, it would be better to have it in a format that is easily absorbed. Definitely worth a read.

I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

[Kristi Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good advice that makes sense.

The Mayo clinic is a world wide leader in health issues. This book gives you the basics on living a long life. There are no surprises here, eat healthy, get physical activity and maintain a healthy weight. Don't stress and be positive.
I liked their lists of shots, exams, and vitamins you should get.
Thank goodness there are still common sense books being written to counteract the quacks.
I borrowed this book from my local library.

[Louis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent overall review of aging, health issues, etc.

[D · Rating 2 out of 5]

published 2013. lots of outdated information.

[Loretta Bargmann · Rating 1 out of 5]

Nothing new here…