444 days, one question.
I'm counting down from today to my 40th birthday. One card and one small action every day, three real check-ups along the way, and an honest answer at the end.
Day 444 · 0 done, 444 to goEvery dot is a day.
Each day gets a card. Tap any day that's arrived to open it; the gold outlines are the check-ups.
Three real check-ups.
Lab tests at the start, around the middle and at the end. Everything in between is how I feel, and I'll always say which is which.
The baseline
I'm doing my tests this week. Some results take a few weeks to come back, and I'll share them here when they do.
Halfway check
The same tests again. Is anything actually moving, or am I just drinking a lot of tea?
I turn 40
The final tests, side by side with the first ones, and my honest verdict on what was worth it.
Everything here is my personal experience and what I'm learning. It's not medical advice and I'm not a doctor. What works for me may not be safe for you: you're responsible for your own decisions, so please check with your doctor first, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, take medication or have a health condition. Read the full disclaimer
Six kinds of cards.
Some days are science, some are grandma's kitchen. Every card belongs to one of six pillars.
The Science Check
What a study actually found, explained simply.
The Personal Lab
What happened when I tried it on myself.
Roots & Rituals
Traditions from around the world, and what's behind them.
Student of Longevity
Big ideas from the books and people shaping longevity.
The Hype Audit
Trendy claims, checked against the evidence.
Real Life, Real Health
Small habits that fit a busy, normal life.
Come along for the ride.
A card a day on Instagram, and one rabbit hole a week in your inbox.