When we think about longevity, we are often thinking about adding years to our life. But what about adding life and vitality to those years? In this interview, gerontologist Sally Duplantier shares evidence-based advice on “how to live your best life longer.”

In this interview you’ll learn:

The difference between longevity and healthspan
Why cognitive health is so important as we age
The role of nutrition, movement, and sleep throughout our lives to increase healthspan
How some of aging is “just in our heads” - we contribute to ageism through our own self-limiting beliefs

Sally is the founder of Zing, and her mission is to help older adults live their best life longer by taking charge of their health. To support this mission of healthy aging, Zing provides education and coaching on the key lifestyle choices that reduce the risk of chronic disease: nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, and social engagement.

In addition to her work at Zing, Sally partners with non-profits to improve health outcomes for underserved and under-represented populations. Sally is currently leading an initiative for the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Bay Area to address the growing concern about food security for caregivers of critically ill children.

Sally believes that age does not define us—we define how we age. After earning a graduate degree 45 years after her bachelor’s degree, Sally knows that we are #nevertooold to learn, grow, and make a difference.