Re: Cron Markers(was CRON Progress Measurements)

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Hi Francesca:

Thanks for the suggestion to regard blood pressure as a progress

marker. My diastolic has always been low. But it is a while since I

have seen a systolic reading below 120. So perhaps for the next

couple of years I should be watching for a drop in body temperature

(perhaps eventually by a full degree?) and for my systolic BP to drop

below 110.

Any other suggestions will be appreciated.

Rodney.

> As mentioned before, BP can be easily taken at home or (if you

don't have a

> BP kit) at many supermarkets. Lowered BP is one of the most common

markers.

>

> A feeling of well being and increased energy is felt by many .

>

> Better health and 0 or far fewer health problems (such as fewer and

milder

> colds) are another obvious sign.

>

> Improved skin and hair (which is true in my case) is common. My

hair is

> thick, full and healthier looking than anytime I can remember.

This is

> mentioned (via the healthy coat of fur on the CRON mice) by Walford.

>

> Of course to be absolutely positive, the blood tests tell the final

tale.

>

> We're each individuals and YMMV. See also Walford's book for the

complete

> list of markers.

>

>

>

> > What other measures are there that we could use to keep track of

> > progress, and avoid possible problems? Is there an official list?

> > There are, of course, all the medical tests that can be done, but

I

> > am thinking here about those we can do periodically at home

without

> > needing the assistance of our physician.

> >

> > Rodney.