— February 2026 Newsletter —

Cardiovascular Health

Reframing Our Perception of Stress to Support Heart Health

Stressful situations are inevitable in life, so rather than try to avoid them, we can learn to think about them in ways that protect our heart health and longevity. Read more to learn research-backed mindset shifts regarding stress.

Like to Sauna? Research Shows it May Have Cardiovascular Benefits

Going into a sauna can help with relaxation, but research shows it can also improve cardiovascular health, especially for those with high cholesterol or hypertension. Read more to learn how to sauna safely and potentially gain these benefits.

How to Track HRV on Wearable Devices for Heart Health

Learn how to track HRV (heart rate variability) on a wearable device (smart watch or ring) to support a balanced nervous system and a healthy cardiovascular system.

The Best and Worst Beverages for Cardiovascular Health

Cardiovascular health is not only impacted by the foods you eat; beverages with high concentrations of sugar and sodium also play a significant role. Read more to learn about the best and worst beverages for your heart.

Dr. David Maron Shares Research on Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

David Maron, MD, a world-class cardiologist and Chief of the Stanford Prevention Research Center, shares about his impactful research and significant contributions to improving cardiovascular healthcare and disease prevention on a global scale.

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Announcements

Upcoming Programs & Events

High School Summer Program | Stanford Lifestyle Medicine | 100% Live via Zoom | July 6 - 29, 2026 | Deadline to Apply: April 14, 2026 | apply HERE

Free Webinar: Can GLP1s + Nutrition and Exercise Shift the Metabolic Disease Curve? | February 24 | Jonathan Bonnet, MD | register HERE

SHE (Stanford Health Empowerment) Talks | March 10 | Anne Friedlander, PhD | register HERE

Stream the S.F. Chronicle for Aging & Longevity Summit with keynote speaker Rick Steves | February 23 | Michael Fredericson, MD | register HERE

Team Members in the News

$2.7 million grant for wholistic, lifestyle medicine intervention for Indigenous Women | Canadian Institutes of Health Research | Levi Frehlich, PhD | read more

Five healthy habits to develop in your 20s and 30s | Stanford Medicine | Michael Fredericson, MD | read more

Self-prescribed resolutions: Their personal plans for a health 2026 | Stanford Medicine | Michael Fredericson, MD | read more

Biological Aging May be Slowed by Eating This Nutrient | Eating Well | Rachele Pojednic, PhD | read more

What are Vibration Plates, and Do They Really Work? | Time | Rachele Pojednic, PhD | read more

7 Lifestyle Habits to Pick Up in Your 30s if You Want to Live Longer | Self | Rachele Pojednic, PhD | read more

Bay Area doctor helping the Seattle Seahawks improve their sleep and athletic performance | KTVU News | Cheri Mah, MD | watch video

Do You Need These Popular Supplements? | New York Times | Marily Oppezzo, PhD | read more (You need a subscription to NYT to access)

How to Stick to Your Fitness Goals When You Lose Motivation | Outside | Anne Friedlander, PhD | read more

Team Member Publications

The Path to Redefine Stress | Fresh Voices | Alia Crum, PhD | read more

Intravenous infusion of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) versus nicotineamide riboside (NR): a retrospective tolerability pilot study in a real-world setting | Frontiers in Aging | Rachele Pojednic, PhD | read more

The role of mindset, purpose, and relationships in longevity | TEDx Boston | Barbara Waxman | watch video

Sex Differences in Resistance Training Participation and Beliefs Among Adolescent Athletes: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Study | Sports (Basel) | Corey Rovzar, PhD | read more