Actress Cameron Diaz opens a conversation with her peers on a topic that that for too long has been taboo in our society: the aging female body. She shares the latest scientific research on how and why we age, synthesizing insights from top medical experts with her own thoughts, opinions, and experiences. The Longevity Book explores what history, biology, neuroscience, and the women's health movement can teach us about maintaining optimal health as we transition from our thirties to midlife. From understanding how growing older impacts various bodily systems to the biological differences in the way aging effects men and women; the latest science on telomeres and slowing the rate of cognitive decline to how meditation heals us and why love, friendship, and laughter matter for health, Diaz offers an all-encompassing, holistic look at how the female body ages -- and what we can all do to age better.

Beauty is timeless, wisdom is priceless: What we talk about when we talk about aging -- How your life got longer: The story of longevity -- The new science of getting old: How aging is studied today -- Sex, drugs, and bikini medicine: How being female affects your health and your healthcare -- Time is relative: The biological impact of genes, choices, and attitudes -- The mirror and the microscope: The secrets of cellular aging, revealed -- Shape-shifter: How the female body changes through time -- The case of the hot flashes: Investigating the mysteries of the menopause transition -- Brick house: Building a stronger body with food, fitness, and rest -- Chill out: Support your immune system by managing stress -- How to program your supercomputer: Building a stronger brain -- Love big: Celebrating the joys of connection.