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Jimi

Jimi

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Do you ever wake up in the morning feeling achy and stiff?

We all love to sleep (some more than most 🙋‍♀️), but lying still or in one position at night can leave us struggling to start our day right.

So, my advice is… climb out of bed, put your bunny slippers on (just me? 😉 ), and give these stretches a try to help move your limbs, get your blood pumping, and start your day stress-free.

I do this every morning to help me prepare for my day ahead…

5 Morning Stretches for a Stress-Free Life
 
Jimi

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
DAY 1: THE FOUNDATION

New Discoveries and Ancient Remedies​

We are officially kicking off the Thriving in Your Second Fifty Summit with a deep dive into the building blocks of your vitality. Today is about The Foundation.
If you want to stop aging at the cellular level, you cannot miss today's lineup. We are bridging the gap between ancient forest wisdom and the most significant fatty acid discovery in nearly a century.
Today's Speakers
Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson
Discover C15:0 — the first essential fatty acid identified in 90 years that strengthens your cells.
Catharine Arnston
Meet the "Algae Queen" and learn how Spirulina floods your mitochondria with oxygen.
Dr. David Perlmutter
The #1 NYT Bestselling author of Grain Brain reveals the "Uric Acid" connection to your neurological clock.
Enjoy,
Your Second Fifty Team
 
Jimi

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
DAY 1: THE FOUNDATION

Metabolic Shields and Muscle Mandates​

Are you tired of feeling sluggish or watching your muscle tone fade? This afternoon on Day 1, we are tackling the physical pillars of aging.
Inside the afternoon sessions:
Today's Speakers
Drs. Randy & Rob
The masters of metabolic health show you how to turn your body back into an effortless fat-burning machine.
Reid Parr
How functional mushrooms act as a "biological shield" against the stressors of aging.
Dr. David Minkoff
Why "The Protein Mandate" is your #1 weapon against Sarcopenia (muscle loss).
Your second fifty doesn't have to be a decline. It's an upgrade. Log in now to catch these world-class experts.
 
Jimi

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Hi Jimi,
Every year, one report lands in my inbox and I find myself forwarding it to just about everyone I know.

The EWG's Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen just dropped for 2026, and if you do any of the grocery shopping in your household, this one's worth a few minutes of your time.

Here's the thing: I don't share this to create fear around food. The goal has always been the opposite... to give you the clearest possible picture so you can make confident, informed choices without second-guessing every aisle at the supermarket.

What I find genuinely fascinating about this list is how it shifts year to year. It's a real snapshot of how food safety standards and pesticide use are evolving across the industry, and sometimes the changes are surprising.

This year, spinach and kale hold firm (meaning they're more likely to have pesticides) at the top of the Dirty Dozen, while strawberries, grapes, and peaches are back on the list too. On the flip side, avocados, pineapple, and onions remain among the cleanest, largely because their tougher skin acts as a natural barrier to pesticide absorption.

It's a simple framework, but it can make a real difference, especially if buying everything organic isn't always realistic for your budget (and honestly, for most people it isn't).

CLICK HERE to see what made each list. >>

Save it, screenshot it, send it to a friend who needs it.

In good health,
 
Jimi

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
2026’s Dirty Dozen List

The Dirty Dozen consists of fruits and vegetables that tend to have the highest levels of pesticide residues when conventionally grown. So to err on the side of caution, we definitely recommend you buy organic, or at least spray-free, when picking these up at your local grower this year.
  1. Spinach
  2. Kale, collard, and mustard greens
  3. Strawberries
  4. Grapes
  5. Nectarines
  6. Peaches
  7. Cherries
  8. Apples
  9. Blackberries
  10. Pears
  11. Potatoes
  12. Blueberries
2026's Clean Fifteen List

The Clean Fifteen comprises fruits and vegetables that tend to have the lowest levels of pesticide residues when conventionally grown. For these items, buying organic is considered less crucial because they have lower pesticide residue levels than the Dirty Dozen. One thing you’ll notice is that most of these safe foods tend to have a tougher exterior or skin that is removed when prepared for eating. You could even see this as a suit of armor that protects the foods from the outside world so you can enjoy them in all their deliciousness.
  1. Pineapple
  2. Sweet corn (fresh and frozen)
  3. Avocados
  4. Papaya
  5. Onions
  6. Sweet peas (frozen)
  7. Asparagus
  8. Cabbage
  9. Cauliflower
  10. Watermelon
  11. Mangoes
  12. Bananas
  13. Carrots
  14. Mushrooms
  15. Kiwi
 
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