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Lifestyle Shifts Supporting Longevity and Well-Being

January 12, 2026·31 min

Free to Be Mindful podcast episode 295 featuring longevity dietitian Renee Fitton discussing the fasting mimicking diet as a practical longevity tool. The episode addresses the quality vs quantity of life debate around longevity, shifting perspective from simply living longer to living longer with vibrant health. Renee explains the five-day fasting mimicking protocol backed by 47 clinical trials and 30 years of research, which can be done 3-4 times yearly for just 20 days total. The conversation covers how the pre-packaged kits work, the science of metabolic transformation, muscle preservation, and personalized variations for those with specific health concerns. The episode emphasizes the importance of mental wellness alongside physical health in achieving true longevity.

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Small habits, strength, and aging well, kept practical for everyday life.

This episode treats longevity as a series of small choices that add up: a few minutes of gratitude, a deliberate reset before the day starts, and a steadier response to the people and pressures that fray patience.

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For a calmer path into longevity, start with tiny shifts you can actually keep.

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