The main rules for longevity
It is very useful to follow them and we will be happy for many years.
Many scientists have thoroughly studied the culture of nutrition, lifestyle of people living in the blue zones. And the main purpose of the study is to find the elixir of life and, by the way, they found it. It's all about food traditions, dietary restrictions. And they are available to everyone, they do not require major lifestyle changes. By the way, people who move from blue zones, change their eating traditions in favor of the Western, are immediately deprived of all the health benefits.
Analysis of the data allowed us to highlight the fundamental rules that everyone can use:
Overeating is unacceptable, Okinawans adhere to the rule - to satisfy hunger only 80%. And in this case, the recommendation - to leave the table with a slight feeling of hunger works.
Prevalence of vegetable products on the table. Most of the diet consists of vegetables, fruits, berries, cereals and legumes. And a small percentage is given to animal products.
Healthy fats and omega fatty acids. Their sources can be: vegetable oils, fatty fish and seafood.
Sports and physical activity. All long-livers do not just live out their lives, but remain physically and socially active, and that is their peculiarity. People do not attend gyms, but they stay active due to housekeeping, gardening, and farming.
Full-fledged sleep. Recent studies have proven that afternoon siesta - afternoon rest and sleep is beneficial not only for children but also for adults.
Grandchildren are the flowers of life. Research shows that interaction with young people, grandchildren is a factor that reduces the risk of premature death in older people.
Positivity will save the world. People who perceive old age as an important stage in life, an opportunity for something new, live longer, are more active and get sick less often.
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