I was reading some information that fitness industry expert and author Tom Venuto wrote. He had a section in which readers commented on what he wrote, and a few of them he responded back to. I really enjoyed his response to this readers comment so I thought I would share-  

Question from reader- “I do understand that starvation mode is real, there’s also a body of health that exists that states that severe caloric restriction is a modern elixir for longevity. What if I want to be thin (I’m not) and live longer? Who’s right?” 

Mr. Venuto’s response- “Calorie restriction is hardly an “elixir.” My belief is that psychological and emotional factors will have far greater impact on your longevity than just about anything else- give yourself enough reasons for living, a strong enough purpose, and you will keep on living. Death follows disengagement. So stay engaged in the game of life.”