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I’m 79 years old and the ‘father of functional medicine’: Here’s my daily routine for a healthy life

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Jeffrey Bland , 79 , is considered the "father of functional medicine" He's devoted most of his lifetime to studying the origins of diseases to focus on prevention in healthcare.

Bland 's work in functional medicine gives him a sense of purpose that extends beyond just himself, he says.

Bland says he focuses on adding more color to his diet and keeping a health journal.