West Palm Beach February 2026

L ongevity isn’t just about living long—it’s about living well. A long life without functionality isn’t the goal; thriving in a strong, capable body is. The question becomes: how can we expand our health span so we can travel, play, and stay active as long as we live? One effective strategy is biohacking—intentionally improving the body’s performance and repair systems to enhance vitality. THE FOUNDATION: OPTIMIZING REPAIR Health and youth share one key trait: efficient repair. Children and young adults heal quickly because their repair signaling and energy production are optimized. Their hormones, growth factors, and mitochondrial activity work together to rebuild tissue and restore function. The essence of biohacking is to recreate that efficiency—boosting energy production, improving repair signals, and coordinating recovery. To do that, start with what’s already within your control. Biohacks for Longevity PART ONE: THE BASICS (WHAT YOU ALREADY KNOW) These are the foundational habits that make every other biohack more effective: • Diet: Eat whole, unprocessed foods, mostly plants. Avoid excess calories and sugar spikes. Rest & Recovery: Sleep 7–8 hours nightly, ideally aligned with natural light cycles. Energy & Metabolism: Support stable blood sugar by limiting refined carbohydrates. • Anatomy & Fitness: Move daily, build strength and cardiovascular endurance, stretch, and address musculoskeletal pain early. • Mental Resilience: Manage stress through mindfulness, gratitude, or focused breathing. If you consistently master these five pillars—diet, rest, energy, anatomy, and mindset—you’ll achieve more than most high-tech interventions can offer. - By Dr. David Quartell - 14 W E S T PA L M B E A C H | F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 6 COMMUNITY