Women live on average 6 years longer than men. However, the average woman can spend up to 12 to 14 years in poor health. Research further shows that women in retirement spend, on average, about $194,000 more than men on healthcare above and beyond Medicare.    My guest, Maddy Dychtwald, is the co-founder of Age Wave, the world's leader in understanding and addressing the far-reaching impacts of our aging population. For close to 40 years, Maddy has been involved in thought leadership on aging, longevity, and retirement.   She highlights the importance of a holistic approach to health, including exercise, diet, sleep, and stress management. Additionally, she demonstrates how having a sense of purpose and a positive attitude about aging can add years to one's lifespan.   Maddy also emphasizes the benefits of reducing your toxic body burden, including heavy metals, through intermittent fasting and an anti-inflammatory diet for aging women.   Are you ready to regain control of your aging process? Tune in for practical, actionable steps you can take to age gracefully and healthily.   “We can't hold back the hands of time. But, we can prevent —or delay, at the very worst — some of the aches and pains and diseases and physical ailments that come as we get older.” ~  Maddy Dychtwald   Today's Episode Explores: - Maddy’s journey and changing perceptions of aging -  The best strategies for ageless aging  - Women are leading the longevity revolution - Strategies for a healthier, longer life for women - The right approach to intermittent fasting - What is ageless aging? - Embracing spirituality and meditation for a fuller life - Practical health tips for longevity: diet and inflammation reduction - Why oral health is critical for overall well-being - Fermented foods for better gut health - Advanced strategies for longevity: exercise, hormones, and volunteering - The importance of community for aging women For more information visit: https://myersdetox.com/MaddyDychtwald   What is your body's burden of heavy metals? And how are they affecting your health? Take my quiz to find out! heavymetalsquiz.com    About Maddy Dychtwald: Maddy Dychtwald is an internationally acclaimed author, public speaker, and thought leader on longevity, aging, the new retirement, and women's ascent.  Maddy has been featured in Bloomberg Businessweek, Forbes, Newsweek, Time, Fox Business News, CNBC, and NPR. She has also written many blog posts for the Wall Street Journal and Huffington Post. She is the author of three previous books: Influence: How Women's Soaring Economic Power Will Transform Our World for the Better, Gideon’s Dream: A Tale of New Beginnings (a children’s book) and Cycles: How We Will Live, Work, and Buy.  Buy Maddy’s new book, “Ageless Aging: A Woman's Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan”: https://a.co/d/cW2AlHo Learn more about Maddy’s work at https://agewave.com/ and  https://maddydychtwald.com/   The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.