Just like a vegetable or flower garden, living a full and long life requires several key elements to flourish. We know that hard work, dedication, and energy are necessary, but be aware of the things out of our control. For a garden it might be things like the weather, the amount of sunlight, or the critters that enjoy the fruits of your labor first. Longevity requires managing our behaviors like diet, exercising, and sleeping well,  but it also requires a combined effort of community and support, access to quality education, access to quality healthcare, and a safe and secure environment. These things you might not have control over. 

In today’s episode I will explore the Social Determinants of Health and how they interplay with our lifestyle habits and behaviors to enhance longevity and help us live a nourished life. 

In today’s episode I'll cover…

• The comparison of healthy garden to human health and longevity
• What are the Social Determinants of Health
• Describe each of the five determinants of health
• The connection to the 5 key ingredients from last week's episode
• Talk about The Harvard Study of Adult Development
• Discuss the most important finding from the Harvard Study 
• One small bite approach to begin or enhance your SDoH