Thursday, July 26, 2012

Longevity secret




In one recent study revealed that the four bad habits such as drinking alcohol, smoking, not exercising and not eating enough fiber were able to reduce our quality of life. As a result, there is a possibility we will not reach old age to see our offspring grow and develop.

Fortunately, we now can do something to correct bad habits. Perform these good habits for your body and your feelings are always young. Here are tips:


Do not over eat

When you want to live to 100 years, do not too much to eat different foods. This is what has long been committed by the Japanese. They will soon stop eating when it was already 80 percent full or choose to eat in small portions.

Researchers found that eating less will slow down the aging process. In fact, from a study found that restricting calories they actually reduce the production of T3 thyroid hormone that speeds up the aging process.


'Busy' with a partner

Able to achieve a good sex for two to three times per week can add three years to our lives. Having sex can burn calories just like we are running for 30 minutes. Diving sexual intercourse regularly also may lower blood pressure, improve sleep quality, triggering the body's defenses, and protect the heart.


Turn off the television

Too long in front of the TV can be bad for health. In fact, from a study revealed that those who watch television more than four hours each day about 46 percent greater chance of death from various causes than those who only watch less than two hours a day.


Socialize

The researchers said, you have a greater risk of heart disease without the support of family and friends. Loneliness can cause inflammation. Lonely even greater risks in older people are prone to depression.

Fruits and vegetables

Less easting kinds of fruit and vegetables a day, your health will be affected. Nutrients can be filled with fiber and vitamins, then fruits and vegetables will help lower the risk of heart disease by 76 percent. In fact, also contribute to lower breast cancer risk. As an added bonus, the antioxidants in fruits and vegetables can reduce facial wrinkles.


Sport

Regular exercise is the easiest thing to make you more young. Study found that high intensity exercise such as running will add up to four years of age in our lives. Not surprising because of the positive impact sport can have an effect on the heart, mind, and metabolism.


Avoid the sun

As much as possible to avoid the sun may lower the risk of skin cancer. Avoiding the sun can also make you look younger by preventing wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin. It's never too late to add sunscreen in your treatment cream. Choose an SPF of 30 or more. Do not also focus on face alone. Apply also on the chest and neck.


Do not smoke

Quitting smoking arguably becomes one of the most important things you can do for your health and life chances. A study published in the American Journal of Public Health revealed that women who quit smoking at the age of 35 can extend around the age of 6-8 years. It's never too late to try to quit smoking. Moreover, stopping smoking may increase the chance of living even for smokers who have experienced problems with their lungs.





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