At 59, Tanith Carey just dropped a major plot twist - her biological age is just 26! Not just that, she reveals the five simple health tests that she took for tracking how well her body is aging. And now, everyone is curious to know what her secret is.

Carey talks about the silent health concern that many people miss: inflammaging. What’s scary is that it happens to everyone as they age, and it is a key factor in how fast we age. The good news? Five simple health tests can not only reveal your internal inflammation levels but also help you manage them.

So, what are the five health tests Carey took, and what did they reveal?

Hearing Test

Years of abuse to your ears through loudspeakers and high volume on headphones will definitely take a toll. It is important to protect your ears while you can. Start by turning on the ‘Headphone Safety’ feature on your phone. Pay attention to the warning signs and reduce the noise levels around you whenever possible.

Balance Test

Also known as the “Flamingo Test,” this is an essential health marker. Having good balance is vital, especially as you get older. The test not only relies on muscle strength but also on coordination. The longer you can stand on one leg, the better your results!

Gut Test

This is one of the most important tests you should take. It can reveal a range of crucial markers like your immunity, your intestinal inflammation levels, and yes, your biological age.

It is important to note that your gut health can go south not just because of bad eating habits. Factors like hormonal changes, pollution, stress levels, and even the use of antibiotics can play a big role in this.

The good news is that your gut age is relatively easy to improve.

Skin Test

With the rising popularity of ‘skin age’ tests, you may find dozens of screen-based tests in spas and treatment clinics. However, it is important to opt for gold-standard devices such as Visia and Observ.

Certain good habits, like applying daily sunscreen and avoiding nicotine, can definitely help in keeping your skin looking youthful.

Heart Test

Arguably one of the most important health tests, there are a number of options you can choose from. Echocardiograms reveal how well your overall heart is functioning and are an easy option. However, the best one here would be the pulse wave velocity test, revealing exactly how ‘old’ or ‘young’ your cardiovascular system is.

As it turns out, aging well may have less to do with the number of candles on your cake and more with how your body performs.

Which of these tests do you think you would pass with flying colors?  

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Written by

Avantika Das

Edited by

Ashvinkumar Patil