After many years of research, synthesizing various longevity remedies from different historical periods of civilizations around the world, the research team for the project titled “The Human Life Cycle Study,” conducted from 1921 to 1991 under the leadership of psychologist Howard Friedman at the University of California, has reached this conclusion.
Here are a few simple lifestyle methods to help you stay youthful, despite the pressures of modern life and work.
Smoking Accelerates Aging
The harmful effects of smoking on health are well-known. Men with heavy smoking habits have twice the risk of pancreatic cancer compared to non-smokers.
Additionally, smoking is linked to issues such as reduced vision, increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, decreased intelligence, and dry skin.
A recent study on “Cancer Epidemiology and Human Physique” by scientists has shown that smoking accelerates the aging process of the body.
Anger Increases Stroke Risk
A study at Johns Hopkins University revealed that individuals who experience stress and anger are three times more likely to suffer from cardiovascular diseases compared to those who are less prone to anger.
For men aged 55, the risk of cardiovascular issues increases sixfold when they are angry, making them more susceptible to strokes. A simple piece of advice is to cultivate a friendly demeanor and eliminate frustrations that lead to anger.
Eating More Fruits and Vegetables Helps Detoxify
Particular fruits and vegetables such as cinnamon, blueberries, cloves, and artichokes are effective in detoxifying the body, which helps slow down cellular aging. These foods can also eliminate oxidants, which are responsible for damaging coronary arteries. Furthermore, these substances combat various degenerative diseases such as dementia and cancer.
Living Optimistically
Recent research by scientists at Rochester has shown that optimistic individuals tend to live longer than pessimistic or anxious individuals. Living positively benefits the body as it helps people quickly overcome adverse circumstances without succumbing to stress, thus contributing to better health. Optimism also helps maintain healthy blood pressure, a factor related to stress.
Regular Sexual Activity
Sexual activity helps you regain emotional stability in life, promotes relaxation, reduces cholesterol levels in the blood, and prevents high blood pressure and stress, thereby reducing the risk of strokes and cardiovascular diseases.
Too Much Sleep Reduces Lifespan
According to scientists, oversleeping can also reduce lifespan. A recent publication by researchers in the General Physical Overview of Humans indicates that individuals who sleep more than 8 hours per night have a higher mortality rate than those who sleep normally. Those who tend to stay up late and only sleep 4 hours per night also exhibit a similar mortality rate. Scientists further state that both insufficient and excessive sleep increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. Therefore, the recommended amount of sleep for extending human lifespan is 6 to 7 hours per night.
CIVILIZATION (According to Forbes)
