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EMBARGOED TO OFFICIAL BOOK LAUNCH ON 17 NOVEMBER 2009
New book shows Australians how to slow the ageing process
A new Australian book is taking on the anti-ageing industry by providing evidence-based
advice for slowing down the ageing process.
Fast Living, Slow Ageing is a collaboration of more than 50 health professionals on topics
such as nutrition, stress, hormone balance, exercise and hearing health.
The authors, Kate Marie and Professor Christopher Thomas say that ageing is often linked
with disease and decline, rather than being seen as an opportunity for growth and value.
Kate Marie said she was frustrated at seeing the ageing process constantly positioned as a
negative and stressful process.
“Ageing is, and should be, positive,” says Marie. “Old age can be productive, built on the back
of wisdom and skills accrued over many years. Our life’s journey is a wonderful thing and
something to be enjoyed.”
The book sets out to debunk popular quick fix methods promoted by the anti-ageing industry
and to provide a positive and long-term approach to living longer and healthier.
“We want to show people what really works to slow the ageing process and provide actions
that help to live life in good physical and emotional health. It’s about embracing the ageing
process rather than running scared to the next promise of a miracle quick fix,” says Marie.
According to co-author, Professor Thomas, the book articulates many of the principles from
the global trend toward “slow”.
“Some things should be taken slowly, ageing is one of those things,” said Professor Thomas.
“Whether it’s slower cooking or the slow boat to China – what makes a slow process more
enjoyable and enriching can be applied to the way we age as well.”
According to Professor Thomas, preventing and managing hearing loss is a good example of
the book’s underlying principle. “It’s normal for a person’s hearing to deteriorate with age. But
the choices we make today to protect our ears can make a real difference as to when it
becomes a problem and how it deteriorates.”
“Hearing loss affects the majority of people aged over 60, yet many people don’t manage it
actively. We don’t need to suffer in silence. There are many effective ways to stay socially
engaged and live life to the full. The trick is to make use of resources and get help when it is
needed,” said Professor Thomas.
Australian Hearing are sponsoring the official launch for Fast Living, Slow Ageing with co-
authors Kate Marie and Professor Christopher Thomas on Tuesday 17th November 2009 at
The State Library of NSW.
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For more information on the book, or for interview opportunities with Kate Marie or other contributors, contact
Karina Candia karina@palin.com.au or Martin Palin mpalin@palin.com.au at Palin Communications 02 9412 2255.
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