Thanks to the research of Jody Fransch, we boomers and seniors can improve our likelihood of reaching triple digits.Our genes play a huge role, she says, but so does being active for 30 minutes a day, eating 5 daily servings of fresh fruits and veggies, and avoiding tobacco and excess alcohol.
Here's how:
1. Stay active. Don't retire.
2. Floss your teeth regularly. The bacteria that builds up on them may be clogging your arteries.
3. Exercise. It improves your mood, mental sharpness, balance, muscle mass and bones.
4. Get your ZZZZZ's. Sleep regulates and heals cells so get at least 6 hours of uninterrupted sleep.
5. Eat whole foods, not supplements.
6. Become a creature of habit if you already aren't one. Centenarians tend to adhere to strict routines.
7. Focus on family and community.
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2 comments:
Such good advice! I "really" want to live to reach 100 - in good shape. :)
My 102yr old great aunt, except for the fact she worked into her 80s, followed none of these rules. Genes trump. I think the rest only buys us a few years.
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