What if the secret to a long, healthy life is not expensive programs, supplements or equipment, but actually the free actions you take every day? In this episode, functional medicine-trained health strategist Dr. Laura DeCesaris joins the podcast to explore the importance of prioritizing health span over lifespan.   Stephanie, Kevin, and Laura explore essential health habits that contribute to longevity, such as getting outside daily, having a supportive community, managing stress, and eating a variety of foods, as well as the challenges people face in prioritizing these habits and the deceptive nature of fad diets and quick-fix solutions. Shifting our mindset towards long-term health and wellness habits is crucial, and better education around basic health and nutrition is necessary.   Most importantly, they also discuss the intersection of health and finance, emphasizing the value of investing in preventative measures and education about one's health. Tune in for actionable and realistic advice on improving your health and longevity, and how it parallels with financial planning for a fulfilling retirement.     Key Topics: Redefining Longevity and Health in Retirement (2:30) Mindset Shifts for Healthy Habits (9:38) Healthy Aging & Health Advice Red Flags (14:51) The Intersection of Health and Finance (31:02) Longevity Through Healthy Habits and Education (35:50) Stephanie and Kevin’s Wrap-up (40:21)     Resources: @dr.lauradecesaris on Instagram and all the social media platforms (*except Twitter) Dr. Laura Decesaris’ website Take Back Retirement Episode 62: What Women Need to Know About Longevity Monty Python Galaxy Song       If you like what you’ve been hearing, we invite you to subscribe on your favorite platform and leave us a review. Tell us what you love about this episode! Or better yet, tell us what you want to hear more of in the future. stephanie@sofiafinancial.com   You can find the transcript and more information about this episode at www.takebackretirement.com.   Follow Stephanie on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn.  Follow Kevin on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn.