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| 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by Sam94(f): 6:20am On May 09, 2015 |
1. Don't retire. "Evidence shows that in societies where people stop working abruptly, the incidence of obesity and chronic disease increase after retirement," says Luigi Ferrucci, director of the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging. 2. Floss every day. That may help keep your arteries healthy. A 2008 New York University study showed that daily flossing reduced the amount of gum-disease-causing bacteria in the mouth. This bacteria is thought to enter the bloodstream and trigger inflammation in the arteries, a major risk factor for heart disease. 3. Move around. "Exercise is the only real fountain of youth that exists," says Jay Olshansky, a professor of medicine and aging researcher at the University of Illinois at Chicago. "It's like the oil and lube job for your car. You don't have to do it, but your car will definitely run better." Study after study has documented the benefits of exercise to improve your mood, mental acuity, balance, muscle mass, and bones. 4. Eat a fiber-rich cereal for breakfast. Getting a serving of whole-grains, especially in the morning, appears to help older folks maintain stable blood sugar levels throughout the day, according to a recent study conducted by Ferrucci and his colleagues. "Those who do this have a lower incidence of diabetes, a known accelerator of aging," he says. 5. Get at least six hours of shut-eye. Instead of skimping on sleep to add more hours to your day, get more to add years to your life. "Sleep is one of the most important functions that our body uses to regulate and heal cells," says Ferrucci. 6. Consume whole foods, not supplements. Strong evidence suggests that people who have high blood levels of certain nutrients—selenium, beta-carotene, vitamins C and E—age much better and have a slower rate of cognitive decline. Unfortunately, there's no evidence that taking pills with these nutrients provides those ant aging benefits. Avoid nutrient-lacking white foods (breads, flour, sugar) and go for all those colourful fruits and vegetables and dark whole-grain breads and cereals with their host of hidden nutrients. 7. Be less neurotic. It may work for Woody Allen, who infuses his worries with a healthy dose of humour, but the rest of us neurotics may want to find a new way to deal with stress. "We have a new study coming out that shows that centenarians tend not to internalize things or dwell on their troubles," says Perls. "They are great at rolling with the punches." If this inborn trait is hard to overcome, find better ways to manage when you're stressed: Yoga, exercise, meditation, tai chi, or just deep breathing for a few moments are all good. Ruminating, eating chips in front of the TV, binge drinking? Bad, very bad. 8. Live like a Seventh Day Adventist. Americans who define themselves as Seventh Day Adventists have an average life expectancy of 89, about a decade longer than the average American. One of the basic tenets of the religion is that it's important to cherish the body that's on loan from God, which means no smoking, alcohol abuse, or overindulging in sweets. Followers typically stick to a vegetarian diet based on fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts, and get plenty of exercise. They're also very focused on family and community. 9. Be a creature of habit. Centenarians tend to live by strict routines, says Olshansky, eating the same kind of diet and doing the same kinds of activities their whole lives. Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day is another good habit to keep your body in the steady equilibrium that can be easily disrupted as you get on in years 10. Stay connected. Having regular social contacts with friends and loved ones is key to avoiding depression, which can lead to premature death, something that's particularly prevalent in elderly widows and widowers. 11. Be conscientious. The strongest personality predictor of a long life is conscientiousness—that is, being prudent, persistent, and well organized, according to The Longevity Project, co-authored by Howard Friedman and Leslie Martin. Hope you all have a peaceful and healthy life!! Get in touch for more health tips or medical advice on any medical condition! Visit http://travcure.com 3 Likes
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| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by izuch(m): 6:35am On May 09, 2015 |
Educating |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by Sam94(f): 6:55am On May 09, 2015 |
izuch: Thank you |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by nnachukz(m): 7:06am On May 09, 2015 |
God gives and God takes but we must do our part well. |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by realtestament(m): 7:19am On May 09, 2015 |
YOGA. Weight loss, a strong and flexible body, glowing beautiful skin, peaceful mind, good health – whatever you may be looking for, yoga has it on offer. However, very often, yoga is only partially understood as being limited to asanas (yoga poses). As such, its benefits are only perceived to be at the body level and we fail to realize the immense benefits yoga offers in uniting the body, mind and breath. When you are in harmony, the journey through life is calmer, happier and more fulfilling. With all this and much more to offer, the benefits of yoga are felt in a profound yet subtle manner |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by Sam94(f): 7:31am On May 09, 2015 |
nnachukz:Very well said! For ourselves and for the people who care about us! |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by Sam94(f): 7:32am On May 09, 2015 |
realtestament: No Doubt! well said! |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by nnachukz(m): 7:51am On May 09, 2015 |
Sam94:exactly dear |
| Re: 11 Health Habits That Will Help You Live To 100 by maticdotcom: 10:37am On May 16, 2015 |
Great share! I am surprised with flossing... I did not expect that really help. Okay then... maybe you should change your title to the maximum lifespan... that is up to 120 years according to the bible. |
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