https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/blog/ Articles by Dr. Martin Katz, MD on nutrition, exercise, sleep and healthy aging. en-us https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/the-sugary-drink-trap/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/the-sugary-drink-trap/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTWhy sweetened drinks are the easiest place to cut added sugar, how much is too much, and how to talk with kids about sweets without shame. By Dr. Martin Katz, MD. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/healthy-vs-empty-calories/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/healthy-vs-empty-calories/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTDr. Martin Katz explains how ultra-processed foods drive overeating, inflammation and gut changes, plus simple swaps to upgrade breakfast, snacks and lunch. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/recent-reel-on-longevity-and-wellness/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/recent-reel-on-longevity-and-wellness/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMTWatch a short video from Dr. Martin Katz of Advance Wellness & Longevity in Charlottesville on longevity, wellness and living a healthy, rich life. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/sunlight-friend-or-foe/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/sunlight-friend-or-foe/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMTHow morning light sets your body clock, how vitamin D and nitric oxide work, and how to get the benefits of sunlight without UV damage. By Dr. Martin Katz, MD. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/better-sleep-without-chasing-perfect-sleep/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/better-sleep-without-chasing-perfect-sleep/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMTEvidence-based sleep advice from Dr. Martin Katz: light, temperature and wind-down routines, what to know about melatonin and magnesium, and using sleep trackers. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/muscular-momentum-the-four-pillars-of-a-good-exercise-program/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/muscular-momentum-the-four-pillars-of-a-good-exercise-program/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMTAerobic fitness, strength, mobility and balance, and recovery: Dr. Martin Katz explains how much exercise you need and how to build a routine that lasts. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/losing-weight-while-staying-strong/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/losing-weight-while-staying-strong/Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTWhy the scale is the wrong focus as we age: how to lose fat while protecting muscle, strength and independence, with a practical plan from Dr. Martin Katz, MD. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/the-fatigue-dilemma/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/the-fatigue-dilemma/Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 GMTLow energy is not just part of getting older. Dr. Martin Katz explains common causes of fatigue, simple steps to feel better, and when to look deeper. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/exercise-an-essential-component-of-health/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/exercise-an-essential-component-of-health/Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:00:00 GMTThe exercise handout Dr. Martin Katz wrote for an eighth-grade class: why intentional exercise matters for physical and mental health at any age. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/must-try-recipe/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/must-try-recipe/Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:00:00 GMTA healthy potato, arugula and dill salad that Dr. Martin Katz recommends, from the journal of Mara Labs, the supplement company he co-founded. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/the-health-slam-dunk-5-benefits-of-exercise/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/the-health-slam-dunk-5-benefits-of-exercise/Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 GMTYou do not need to dunk a basketball to enjoy the benefits of exercise. Dr. Martin Katz shares five research-backed ways regular exercise improves your health. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/four-ways-to-introduce-healthy-foods-and-their-nutrients-to-keep-our-families-healthy/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/four-ways-to-introduce-healthy-foods-and-their-nutrients-to-keep-our-families-healthy/Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMTDr. Martin Katz shares four practical ways to build family meals around vegetables and fruit and get more nutrients into everyday breakfasts, lunches and snacks. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/whats-your-reserve/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/whats-your-reserve/Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:00:00 GMTA quick thought from Dr. Martin Katz on the health we take for granted, and why building your reserve with good habits now pays off later. Worth sharing with kids. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/ten-ways-to-work-with-picky-eaters/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/ten-ways-to-work-with-picky-eaters/Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMTFrustrated by a picky eater? Dr. Martin Katz, a father of four, shares ten practical, low-stress ways to help children try and enjoy healthier foods. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/more-power-foods/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/more-power-foods/Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMTKiwi, bell peppers and raspberries: why these nutrient-packed foods deserve a regular spot in your rotation, with easy ways to enjoy them. By Dr. Martin Katz. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/teachable-moments/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/teachable-moments/Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMTDr. Martin Katz turns the imperfections in his children's book, Making a Magnificent You, into teachable moments about cells, nutrition and healthy foods. https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/healthcare-in-the-us/https://advancewellnessandlongevity.com/healthcare-in-the-us/Sat, 01 Oct 2022 12:00:00 GMTMost leading causes of death in the US are preventable. Dr. Martin Katz on why our system manages disease instead of health, and what we can do about it.