Mantras
Since 1986, Dr. David Snowdon, an epidemiologist, has directed a research project dubbed the Nun Study. He’s tracking the lives of 678 elderly nuns to assess the effects of aging and Alzheimer’s Disease. Snowdon’s research confirms a clear link between the consumption of certain antioxidants (e.g., lycopene, found in pink grapefruit, tomatoes and watermelon), an exercise program, an optimistic outlook and aging successfully. Yet the Nun Study has found an additional correlation that challenges a commonly held mantra about mission statements.1

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Are You a Victorian?

February 4th, 2008

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