A leading light of health and wellness is dialing in on maintaining vitality as we age. 

Dr. Jim LaValle is the author of 'Cracking the Metabolic Code' and the clinical director of the Pro Football Hall of Fame performance health program. On the WHOW Morning Show Thursday, he told Regional Radio one of the top things we can do is exercise and that can be as simple as 20-50 minutes of walking a day.

According to Dr. LaValle, nutrition is very important as we age. Getting enough good, quality food is very important. He says you want to avoid foods that are going to bring down your energy and focus on foods that will make you feel good.

Dr. LaValle indicates there are plenty of models of healthy eating across the world where people are active and energetic as they age. He notes it requires discipline and dedication but it is worth it.

Dr. LaValle encourages finding things to be grateful for to improve your mental health and notes getting exercise with help with that as well.