2026: The Year of Natural Rejuvenation

A new year brings a fresh chance to reset, refocus, and recommit to the habits that help you feel and function your best. As 2026 approaches, many of our patients are thinking about their own longevity plan — not just how long they live, but how well they live.

If you’re looking to make this your healthiest year yet, here are 5 key pillars to build into your personal plan for natural rejuvenation

1. Healthy Eating (Not “Dieting”)

Notice we didn’t say “diet.” This isn’t about chasing a number on the scale. You can be within a normal weight range and still have a poor nutritional foundation.

Instead, aim for consistency with meals built around:

  • Lean proteins such as chicken and fish

  • Generous servings of colorful fruits and vegetables

  • Moderate amounts of healthy grains, nuts, and seeds

  • Smart beverage choices: plenty of water, coffee with minimal additives, green tea, and alcohol in moderation (with more people now choosing to cut back for wellness reasons)

Think of this approach as fueling your body with what it needs — not restricting it.

2. PRP Injections for Joint & Tendon Health

If chronic joint or tendon pain is limiting your daily life, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has become one of the most reliable regenerative therapies available. Using your own blood, PRP concentrates growth factors through a precise, scientific process and delivers them directly to the areas that need healing most.

The result?

Less pain. Better mobility. More confidence doing the things you love.

For many patients, PRP is a key investment in their musculoskeletal health — allowing them to return to exercise, enjoy time with children or grandchildren, or simply wake up and move through their day without constant discomfort.

3. Exercise: “Motion Is Lotion”

We say it often because it’s true: motion is lotion for your joints.

Staying active keeps your joints lubricated and functioning well, but the right amount of activity matters. Too little can lead to stiffness and weakness; too much can cause irritation or injury.

Your ideal exercise routine should:

  • Be something you enjoy

  • Fit realistically into your week

  • Be well-tolerated by your joints and soft tissues

Finding that sweet spot is key — and we’re here to help guide you.

4. Supplements That Support Your Health

Supplements can play an important role in musculoskeletal health, but they aren’t one-size-fits-all. Your medical conditions, medications, goals, and lifestyle all matter.

That’s why we tailor supplement recommendations one patient at a time, often during an office visit where we can discuss interactions and quality. We partner with a top-tier supplement company to ensure patients receive high-quality, science-backed options for their individualized regimen.

5. Lifestyle Factors That Truly Matter

Beyond diet and exercise, longevity and well-being are deeply influenced by how you live your life day to day.

Consider these powerful contributors:

  • Strong relationships with friends and family

  • Consistent, restorative sleep (7–9 hours nightly)

  • A sense of community or belonging

  • Faith or a grounding belief system

  • Activities that bring joy and purpose

These are often the overlooked foundations of long-lasting health.

Ready to Make 2026 Your Year?

Whether you start on January 1st or today, these 5 pillars can elevate your health, energy, mobility, and overall quality of life.

And the best part? You don’t have to do it alone.

We’re here to help you personalize your path to wellness — naturally and effectively.

F. Clarke Holmes, M.D.