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Many people treat weight loss as just another “task” that needs to be finished quick; hence they search for quick weight loss solutions rather than settling for something permanent.

Weight Loss Should Be About Improving Your Lifestyle

You should keep in mind that weight loss is a way to improve your lifestyle and health; it is like curing yourself of a disease. If you have a fever, would look to it that your fever is cured completely or just pop a few pills hoping that they would do the magic. Treat weight loss in the same way! You are losing weight not just to look better but also to rid yourself of several harmful diseases!

The Wrong Approach to Weight Loss

It is actually illogical that the emphasis of weight is that it needs to be lost quickly. It needs to be lost in ways that involve enjoying and adding to quality of life. You see, when people lose weight, they gain back their lost self-respect, self-confidence and self-esteem. The sooner they accomplish these things, the better for them. Therefore in this article I will tell you about a rapid weight loss system that has been successfully put into practice by many people!

Choosing the Right Weight Loss Program That Really Works for You

Choose a suitable weight loss program: No weight loss program is perfect, but even then, try to find one that suits you best. Preferably, you should search for a program that recommends a diet that you can live with throughout your whole life! It is no use following a diet plan that seems more like a punishment to you than anything else, because sooner or later, you will quit it out of frustration!

Cardiovascular Exercise is the Way to Go

It is also important that you choose to do shorter and lighter exercises such as walking running, swimming, cycling, biking, etc., instead of hoping to iron your body for four hours in the gym. Something that you like doing: eg, If you like walking your dog, then walk your dog.

If you have never been to the gym before, you won’t be able to keep up with the intensity of some of the workouts that people do at gyms. So you are better off doing something that you like to do. If you like some kinds of sports, do that as well! The more active you become, the faster you will lose weight!

If you want to accelerate the weight loss process, you may want to make use of weight loss supplements, Keep in mind that you should use only herbal supplements as they are free from the side effects that prescription drugs have!

Don’t worry if you don’t get instant results: Perhaps your best friend said that he joined a so-and-so weight loss program and was able to lose 20 pounds within a month! So based on this recommendation, you join the same program in the hope of losing all your weight within that time. That is all fine, but don’t get disheartened if you don’t get the desired results within the specified timeframe, because the metabolic rate of your friend is different from yours. In fact, every individual has a different type of metabolic rate.

Therefore, there is no reason to panic if you cannot lose 20 pounds within a month like your friend; continue with your weight loss program and sooner or later you will be able to get the slim body that your friend flaunts now! It is just a matter of time!

Weight and Health Profile

Being overweight can do more than affect your appearance and rob you of your energy. It can also present a very real threat to your health. Being overweight or obese has been linked to such medical conditions as coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, heart attacks and Type 2 diabetes.

One way to determine if you need to lose weight is to figure out your body mass index (abbreviated to BMI). This is a way to determine how much fat is on your body. The BMI can be used for the majority of people between the ages of 19 and 70. Be aware that it is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breast feeding. It is also not effective for body builders, competitive athletes and people who suffer from chronic diseases.

A chart for how to use the BMI can be found at a variety of websites, one of which is the Partnership for Healthy Weight Management. The lower your BMI is, the better it is. The higher it is, the worse it is. For a man, if your waist size exceeds 40 inches than you are at a greater risk of health problems. For women if it exceeds 35 inches then you are putting yourself at risk.

First you need to figure out your BMI. Then you need to measure the size of your waist with a tape measure. Once you know these two numbers you can then consult the chart. The chart or table will make it possible for you to zero in on how much of a health risk you are dealing with in terms of your excess weight.

BMI is not the only method of determining the percentage of fat on your body but it is one of the more widely used methods. If you are interested in learning more, speak with your doctor.

What to Look for in a Weight Loss Program

A safe and effective weight loss program needs to include a variety of different elements. These include:

Ask the Right Questions!

To find the weight loss program that is most suitable for you, it is imperative that you ask all the right questions. Become an effective information gatherer.

• What does the weight loss plan involve? (Find out what you need to do in order to be successful at it and also how much of a time commitment is expected.)
• What qualifications do the staff members have?
• Does the plan carry any type of risks? Is it safe for everyone or not for people with particular health concerns?
• How much does the plan cost? Does it have to be paid up front or can it be paid in installments?
• What kind of results and success rates have former participants of the program had?
• Once you have asked enough questions to have a good grasp of the program, delve further ?
• Components of the Weight Loss Program
• What is the program made up of? Is it group sessions or individual counseling sessions? Or both?
• While on the program is it necessary to follow a specific plan and/or to keep a food diary?
• Beyond the cost of the program, is any there any other thing that must be purchased as well? (such as certain foods, or nutritional supplements)
• Does the program just address food consumption or does it also take into consideration physical activity?
• Is exercise encouraged and/or included in the program at all?
• Does the program show support of an individual?s culture and lifestyle choices while still encouraging positive changes?

Qualifications of Staff — Don’t Settle for Less Than the Best!

The staff that you come in contact with for your weight loss program play a role in your success, whether you realize it or not. You need to know what makes an employee qualified to instruct such a program. Find out what education and work experience each staff member has.

It is also important that you find out the type of certifications each person has, as well as their weight management training. You also must find out who is responsible for supervising the program. This is the person you must speak to if you run into any problems. You want to choose a program that has the most qualified people. Do not settle for anything less.

Risks of the Program

It is necessary for you to explore the risks of the weight loss program and then carefully weigh the risks against the benefits. Ask questions to uncover all of the risks so you can make an informed decision.

• Does the weight loss program carry risks related to the eating plan and/or the fitness plan?
• If there are nutritional supplements or drugs included with the weight loss program, do they carry any risks?
• Is there a medical practitioner on staff and is it essential that people who participate in this program talk with this person before they start the plan, as well as throughout the plan?
• Does a medical practitioner remain an active part of the program?
• Will the doctor on staff work with a participant’s medical doctor if that person has a medical problem and/or is taking prescription medication?

Costs Associated with the Program

How much a program is going to cost plays a significant role in the choice of a weight loss plan. Take the time to evaluate each program for its own merit and then do a cost analysis.

• What can you realistically afford to pay?
• What is the cost of the weight loss program including tax?
• Are there costs that occur more than once throughout the program? Examples of this could be the cost of special foods and nutritional supplements, attendance fees and so on.
• Once the program has been completed are there fees for doing a follow-up?
• If you must leave the program without finishing it, can you get a percentage of your money back?
• Do you have preferred status if you enroll again or do you start from scratch and pay the same rate as a new member?
• If medical tests are an essential component of the program, is the price included in the total or is it extra?

The End Result

Once you have come to the end of the program, hopefully you will have succeeded in shedding the 10, 20, 30 (or more) pounds that you started the program to lose. It is important from the start to find out the types of results that are typical, based on past participants. This can act as a gauge for what you can expect.

• On average how much weight can a participant expect to lose on this program? What do the majority of people lose? What is the least a person has lost on the program? What is the most?
• Do most participants keep all of the weight off that they have lost or not? What percentage of people repeats the program?
• Can the staff who works on the program provide references for those contemplating the program?

Other Important Points

Even a small weight loss of five to ten pounds can make a difference to your overall health. In order to be safe and successful at your weight loss program, it is best to start off slow and build up over time. Do not be in a rush to shed pesky pounds. Remember that your health is extremely important. An investment in your health is an investment in your future.

Reduce Calorie Consumption

To successfully lose weight, you must reduce the amount of calories you take in while at the same time, burn off more than you consume. This means that you must get up off the couch and get your body moving!

It is Most Effective to Ease Your Way into an Exercise Program, If You are Just Starting Out

Any type of physical activity is beneficial to your life. Just as with the weight loss program, it is advisable that you take it slow. This is especially important if you have been leading a sedentary type of lifestyle.

Consistency is More Important than Excessive Exercise

Make a concentrated effort to exercise three to four times a week for 30 minutes at a time. As time goes by and your body gets reconditioned, work up to five times a week for 40 to 45 minutes at a time (or more).

Stretching

Whatever form of exercise you decide to engage in, make sure you stretch before and afterwards. You do not want to exercise your muscles, joints or ligaments without any prior preparation.

Once you start exercising, keep up a steady pace. Spur yourself on to new challenges but do not push yourself too hard. While you are exercising make sure that you drink water so you do not become dehydrated. If you have chosen a vigorous form of exercise then make sure that you rest between the sets you are doing.

Stress and anxiety play a role in what you weigh as well as the state of your health. Look for ways to reduce stress and to feel as good about your life if possible. If changes need to be made that are within your ability to make, do it! Make things happen for yourself!

Heart Disease Indicators

If you fall into the red zone for heart problems because of your weight, make sure that your doctor sends you for regular tests for a number of indicators. These include a test for cholesterol, triglycerides, homocysteine and C Reactive Protein levels.

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Exercise bikes are stationary; don’t go anywhere while you pedal them. They may serve any number of purposes —- exercise the heart and improve overall fitness, lose weight, or train for activities and events involving bicycles. Exercise bikes are immensely popular both as home fitness machines and in gyms. Many models of exercise bikes are popular for home use because they occupy minimal space and are not large and bulky.

Cardiovascular Work-Out

Exercise bikes are a very effective and means of attaining cardiovascular fitness, whether at home or at a gym. Regular use of exercise bikes is terrific for getting aerobic workouts and improving the health of your heart.

Losing Weight

Exercise bikes are an excellent way of burning off excess body weight. Furthermore, you can entertain yourself watching a television, videos, or read a book or magazine while using them. Thus, getting a good workout yet losing track of the fact that you’re getting good exercise.

Benefits of Exercise Bikes

One advantage of exercise bikes, especially for anyone who is overweight or has knee problems, is that using them doesn’t overly stress the knees and spares them of excess impact, while a providing a great aerobic workout. If used consistently, exercise bikes can help you increase your metabolism, which helps in weight loss. Remember — health is more important than losing weight. Exercise consistently, but sensibly, and you’ll lose weight naturally without over-stressing yourself psychologically.

Toning Muscles

As well as being great for a cardiovascular workout, exercise bikes are excellent for toning your leg, hip and buttock muscles, and will improve the strength, tone, and flexibility of your hamstring muscles.

Overview of Exercise Bicycles

Exercise gimmicks and newfangled fitness devices come and go, but exercise bicycles have stood the test of time. Exercise bikes have been in use longer than other kinds of home or gym aerobic workout machines including, treadmills, elliptical trainers, rowing machines and skiing machines.

While top athletes will usually employ exercise bikes in their workout programs, exercise bikes have been shown to be an excellent means of improving your fitness if you are just starting out.  Of course, just to be on the safe side, it is always advisable to consult with a certified physician before embarking on a fitness program using exercise bikes.

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People Have Many Reasons for Eating Healthy Vegan Style

Regardless of your reasoning, choosing to be Vegan is a true lifestyle change; it requires commitment beyond words. People choose to be Vegan for a variety of reasons. Some people do it because they feel the inhumane treatment of animals in the manufacturing of meats and by-products, like eggs or dairy, is wrong.

• Some people choose not to eat meat for religious reasons.
• And there are some people who believe it’s a healthier lifestyle. They feel the conventional Western diets of the United States, usually filled with meat and dairy is unhealthy and can lead to obesity and other diseases.

No matter the reason, Vegans must adjust their bodies to habits that have been bred into the Western world for centuries. Vegans must learn what true nourishment is and how to go about living a truly healthy Vegan lifestyle.

Finding Vegetable Sources of Protein

Because animal meat has always been the main source for protein for many people, Vegans must learn to find their protein from other sources besides meat. One of the highest sources of protein is that found in soybeans and soy products.

Soy Has a Lot of Protein

In fact, protein found in soy can be as high as protein found in many meats. In general, soybeans have more protein than any other bean and lots of other edible plants. Protein from soy is also easily digested and can, in fact, help the digestive system in many ways. Research has been conducted and studies found that protein in soy foods can lower cholesterol by approximately 9%.

Role of Fiber in Vegan Diets

Fiber is important to Vegans because it is filling and it works the body’s many systems. Fiber has been found to improve the circulatory system, the digestive system, and to fight off some cancers and chronic diseases. In fact, research has even been conducted regarding fibrous foods? positive affects on blood glucose levels and cholesterol.

Fiber can add bulk to any food, leaving a person feeling full and satisfied. Because some fiber is soluble, meaning it will dissolve in water, many Vegans choose fiber foods that are a combination of soluble and insoluble, for example soybeans. Soybeans and soy products contain large amounts of fiber.

Research has shown that the amount of fiber you need is based upon age and gender. Women between the ages of 19 and 50 will need approximately 25 grams of fiber per day, while men in this same age group will need at least 30 grams of fiber per day. For Vegans, the amount of fiber needed daily is even higher. A Vegan needs to add another 5 grams of fiber to his or her diet daily.

Getting Enough Vitamins and Minerals on a Vegan Diet

It’s important that Vegans also receive other vitamins and minerals in their food. Eating a healthy variety of foods that includes lots of vegetables and high protein and fiber meals will aid in nourishing the Vegan body. Eating healthy foods high in good protein and fiber and low in fats will also have affects on long-term health.

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I have never really thought of myself as an angry person .I would always do whatever I could to try and help someone out, nor did I do anything that would hurt someones feelings, or I would try as hard as I could not to.  Every month we struggle to get by but I really didn’t complain.  I was just happy that we did have the money to pay our bills and have a place to live even though we barely had enough to survive on after paying the bills. Meditation is very much needed in most peoples lives, no doubt about that.

Even after all that I did not get angry.  That changed last week. I really had to meditate to myself when I went with my sister to the doctor last week.  My sister is a very hard worker.  She never misses work unless it is absolutely necessary. Last year my sister had become sick and finally after being so weak she went to the doctor. He put her in the hospital and gave her 4 bags of blood and said she had pneumonia.
I just couldn’t understand how do you lose blood by having pneumonia. As I meditated thinking about last year I was not prepared to hear what the doctor was going to say as my sister and I were driving to the doctor. You see my sister got sick again.  She nearly collapsed at work and was taken to the hospital. This time she needed 5 bags of blood.  She would keep telling me she was anemic.  After the hospital did a ct scan on her they said she needed to go to her lung doctor immediately.  That’s where my sister and I were going.

My sister never wants me to worry so she never told me anything and did not want me to go in the room with her when she went in to see the doctor. After I meditated on this I decided when they called her name I would go back with her,and that?s exactly what I did. The doctor came in and you could see immediately the concern on his face. He starting reading the results of her cat scan. He was reading something about her lungs.

He talked about something growing in her nodules and spreading to her lymph nodes.He wasn?t saying it was cancer but I knew by what he was reading it was. I didn’t want to scare my sister so meditating to myself while he was talking I asked what does all this mean? Instead of asking is it cancer I asked could it be cancer?

His response was yes mam. She has to go for a biopsy in a couple of days to see how far it has progressed.I really find myself angry at this point because she has never smoked a day in her life. And here she is 49 years old with lung cancer.So instead of worrying for the next couple of days and getting angry. I simply practice meditation by praying that god please heal my sister.

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There is only one way to achieve happiness. That way is to simply be happy. You are probably thinking right now how do i get to be happy.” “Things just don’t work like that, It doesn’t take into consideration the times that I am miserable because of problems or mishaps that come up in my everyday life,not to mention the tragedies.” At this point I have to stop and meditate.  Meditation can be done many different ways, just find the one that works best for your purposes.
Being happy much more of the time than you have been is an incredibly difficult task to accomplish-not in the doing of it once you know how and then in keeping aware of what you have discovered. Yet, I still say that with meditation you can do it. The path that you have chose that led you to your current situation was not a few days or months in the making, but a long and strenuous path that has spanned through many years.

In reality it has taken you as long as you have been alive to become the way you are today. It has also taken you that long to achieve what you have achieved, to possess,and to arrive at your current condition. By taking the time to meditate and think about who you are, and what you have in your life is truly what you want, If you are completely satisfied with the way your life is going,congratulations-do more of what you have been doing and you will get more of what you already have in your life.

But if who you are, what you want, what you have, and your current conditions are less than what you want or perhaps are different from what you want,you have to start meditating about some basic changes you will need to make in your life.Failure to make those changes will find you continuing to seek the things you really would like in your life as the years pass by.

Because some of this that you are reading will seem impossible, ridiculous, or to you maybe even foolish and it may at first offend you, causing you to ridicule what you are reading and maybe even cause you to reject what you have read.  I really want to suggest to you that before you may reject how meditation can help you through your life, ask yourself whether or not you want it to be true-then for your benefit please give yourself the chance to see it as true.

In this day and time with all the things we have to deal with in our lives it is very hard to stay on a positive level and be happy all the time.  But just taking a few minutes a day just meditating by yourself will help you keep things in perspective where instead of being unhappy about the situation you are in you can find a way to find the happy part of being unhappy.

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Are You Sure Constipation is Your Problem?

In many chronic cases it is not the colon that is constipated, but the mind. This may be due to widespread misconceptions about physiology, the scare stories of laxative advertisers, and the enthusiasm of mothers for daily bowel movements in their offspring.

A Bowel Movement a Day is Not an Absolute Rule

There is no “law” of nature that a daily bowel movement is necessary for perfect health. You are a custom-built citizen, remember, inside and out. Maybe you operate on a 24-hour cycle and maybe you don?t.

What is Your Bowel Rhythm?

Plenty of healthy persons have been victimized by the cathartic habit in a frantic effort to be regular on a daily basis when, physiologically, their physiological rhythm is of two-day or even three-days per movement.

Exaggerated Myths Related to Constipation

Despite horror stories that constipation causes violent poisons to accumulate in the system and that practically all diseases known to man originate from intestinal sluggishness, nothing very terrible is going to happen to you if you pass a non-eliminative day-nothing, that is, unless you get frightened and worried and resort to cathartics. Then you disturb your natural rhythm, giving the alimentary tube no chance to reassert itself because it would require, perhaps, two days to do so, so the rhythm is kept artificially “regular” by laxative measures.

The Foods You Eat Affect Your Eliminative Schedule

Such valuable concentrated foods as eggs, cheese, and meat are digested almost completely, leaving very little residue. The reputed constipating effect of cheese arises largely from the fact that it is almost entirely absorbed, leaving no bulk to excite the colon. Sugar provides very little in the way of residue. Naturally, if the diet contains a large proportion of such concentrated foods, there may not be enough waste materials to make a daily evacuation possible, but no harm will result there from.

Is Letting Nature Take It’s Course the Ticket?

From a dietary point of view, if you leave your colon alone and let nature take its course, the constipation bogey can be pretty much put in its place ? assuming that your doctor assures you are free of systemic causes, which is ordinarily the case-by an intelligent selection of foods.

Sources of Roughage and What it Does

Roughage is a stimulus to frequent evacuation, and roughage is supplied by many vegetables, cereals, and fruits. Bran has long been valued for the laxative properties of its roughage. Some persons, however, cannot tolerate the coarseness of bran, but if it causes no untoward effects in your case, a dish of bran at breakfast may aid regularity. It isn’t really rough stuff you want, but bulk.

What Does Roughage Do?

Pour a little water on a newspaper and watch the fibers swell. Newsprint is made of cellulose and it is this indigestible stuff that provides roughage in fruits and vegetables. Cellulose absorbs water readily and thus not only provides bulk, but bulk of proper liquid consistency. If fruits are eaten with the peelings on, potatoes in their jackets, cereals in whole-grain form, etc., the cellulose intake is significantly increased and the colon has something to work on.

The Husks and Skins of Grains and Fruits Contain Nutrients

Moreover, there is another benefit perhaps even more important: the outer coverings of foods, in general, provide liberal amounts of Vitamin B1. This vitamin is remarkably important to intestinal function. Persons who have had chronic constipation for years have been cured by intensive Vitamin B1 treatment over periods of a month or two. Part of the effectiveness of bran is attributed to its high B1 content.

A Shortage of Minerals May Cause Constipation

A recent finding is that shortages of minerals, particularly calcium and potassium, dispose to constipation. Rats whose diets were arbitrarily limited in these minerals

Invariably developed intestinal stasis-medicalese for constipation. Testing this finding further, 19 children were put on diets restricted in potassium and calcium; 14 of them became severely constipated. The condition was relieved or prevented by salts of the minerals.

Green Vegetables, Fruits, and Salads are Highly Beneficial

Green vegetables, fruits and salads assure good mineral intakes; milk is rich in calcium and also, surprisingly, leaves a great deal of residue for bulk. Bread also is a high residue food and if taken in whole-grain form it provides significant amounts of Vitamin B1

The Roles of Water, Oils, and Fats in Digestion

Water, oils and fats are mechanically effective in aiding elimination. Your water intake should be sufficient to prevent withdrawal of liquid from the colon, which dries and solidifies its contents.

Addition of butter to the diet helps overcome constipation in some cases, or an ounce or so of olive oil, mixed with substances to give it flavor, may be used. Such measures are impracticable, however, because of the high calorie values of these foods, if you are on a slimming diet.

Mineral oil is probably the most unobjectionable of all laxatives but, as we have seen, it tends to prevent absorption of Vitamin A from vegetable foods. The use of an enema is now considered harmless by most doctors and greatly to be preferred to the cathartic habit.

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Elliptical trainers are stationary exercise machines constructed to provide an effective full body low-impact cardiovascular low-impact workout. Elliptical exercise machines share similarities to ski-machines and treadmills, but don?t pressure the user?s joints or bones as much as most other exercise machines. They are suitable for users of all fitness levels.

Elliptical trainers are relatively new in the world of fitness and also sometimes referred to as elliptical cross trainers, elliptical, elliptical exercise machines, elliptical exercisers, elliptical gliders, and elliptical fitness machines. Whatever you want to call them, they provide for not only a great aerobic workout, but help strengthen muscles as well.

Low Impact, Less Stressful to the Joints

While ellipticals do not stress joints and bones as much as running or using treadmills, research has know offer similar just as many, if not more, fitness benefits. Elliptical machines are designed to provide a great low impact cardiovascular workout that is not going to harm your ankles, knees, hips, joints, or back. A 30 minute workout on an elliptical cross trainer a few times a week can dramatically improve a user?s cardiovascular health, efficiently burns many calories, builds muscles, and helps with a user?s weight control.

Ellipticals are Fast Becoming the Home Exercise Equipment of Choice

Although relatively new to home fitness, ellipticals are fast becoming the home fitness equipment of choice. After all, they are unsurpassed in providing an effective and efficient full body workout with tremendous cardiovascular benefits, as well as increasing overall strength and stamina. As more people become aware of the wide range of benefits that elliptical machines present, they will continue to increase in popularity.

How Much do Elliptical Fitness Machines Cost?

Light but still effective new elliptical trainers of only 90 lbs can be attained for as little as $400, while heavier and sturdier club-caliber machines may cost over $3000. They all tend to offer digital read outs, heart rate monitors, and other such features. It is highly advisable to buy an elliptical machine with extended warranty, since fitness machines are subjected to considerable wear and tear. If you find such costs prohibitive, you could look into used elliptical trainers or refurbished elliptical machines.

Research Favors Elliptical Cross Trainers

One would be hard-pressed to find fault with ellipticals. Research results all seem to universally favor elliptical fitness machines over other cardiovascular exercise machines. Research at the University of Wisconsin revealed that people who used elliptical machines had just as good cardiovascular, calorie burning, and aerobic benefits as those using treadmills.

The University of Mississippi found that elliptical cross trainers produce more cardiovascular benefits for their users than treadmills and less stress to the joints and bones. A University of Oregon established that elliptical machines elliptical machines strengthened a various muscle groups much more effectively than most other cardiovascular machines.

Elliptical Machines are Popular for Good Reason

The home fitness trend of consumers increasing choosing elliptical exercisers or other types of fitness equipment is happening for good reason. The market in providing acceptable ellipticals at prices to suit all sorts of home budgets. Elliptical fitness machines offer a wider range of benefits for heart and muscles than other exercise machines while posing less threat to users joints.

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The simplest broad formula for eating to add vigorous years to one’s life is to cut one’s calories down sufficiently to stay thin.

Thin sibllings almost always outlive their chubby brothers and sisters, with and maintain greater vigor and vitality.

Statistically, Being Slightly Under- Weight After Age 30 or 35, Means a Longer Life

Insurance company statistics conclusively prove that, after the age of 30 or 35, persons who remain slightly under weight are much better bets for a long life than those who are only a little overweight.

Nothing Should Be Taken to Extremes

The relation between food consumption and human health is very complex. Going to dogmatic extremes in consuming foods simply in ways that you imagine will make you live longer might just make life seem longer, as a result of being rendered tedious. That said, enough research and development has been to establish that food greatly factors into the length of one?s life, and eating right can make a big difference.

Longevity Diets

Most famous of all longevity diets is that developed by Dr. Henry C. Sherman of Columbia University. One of the half dozen leaders in the field of nutrition, Dr. Sherman?s name is intimately linked to several of the vitamins through its use in identifying units of vitamin dosage in early stages of investigation.

The Importance of Riboflavin in Health

Riboflavin, or Vitamin G, is essential to what Dr. Sherman calls ?preservation of the characteristics of youth?- that is, vigor, clear skin, enthusiasm, lack of wrinkles, and the like. By merely changing the proportions of natural foods in the diet, Dr. Sherman believes it quite possible to increase the average life span by 10 per cent. The Biblical threescore and ten thus becomes, through benefit of science, not 70 years but 77-an extra 7 years of terrestrial activity available to those who study their nutrition lessons.

What Made Rats Live 10% Longer in Experiments?

The families of white rats at Columbia University that made this heartening promise possible lived 10% longer than others who apparently had normal diets. What was added to their feedings? Principally, additional quantities of milk solids. The essential elements that made for longer life are, as Dr. Sherman identifies them, Vitamins A and G and the mineral calcium.

Nor are the extra years mere feeble and disabled ones added to old age. ?They are best conceived as inserted at the apex of the prime of life,? says Dr. Sherman. It is one?s productive years, not the declining ones of senility, that are extended by riboflavin and Vitamin A and calcium in the diet.

Eat Foods Rich in B Vitamins (No, Not Just Take Vitamin Pills)

Since gray hair is usually associated with aging processes of the body, the marvelous B complex vitamins may reasonably be assumed to play an important part in longevity. Rats that turn white on diets deficient in the anti-gray hair vitamins also exhibit early signs of senility. These extraordinary vitamins are still so new that their functions have hardly been catalogued. However, it is probable-indeed, it is almost certain-that liberal intake of the B-rich foods will play a vital role in increasing life expectancy.

The Effect of “Good Proteins” on Quality of Life

Even in this fascinating business of living longer, proteins rear their gluey heads. There is every evidence that liberal intake of good protein in quantities considerably above the minimum usually prescribed makes for a long life and a merry one. On this basis a minimum intake of some 400 protein calories a day-a large part of them preferably from such superior protein foods as milk, eggs, and meat-is a splendid idea for anyone who wishes to postpone liquidation of his life insurance policies.

“Does man gain in vigor, happiness, or longevity by eating an amount of protein which is materially in excess of the minimum” asks Dr. James S. McLester, famous nutrition authority of the University of Alabama whose classic textbook is a diet Bible of physicians. He answers his own question: ?Animal experiment and clinical experience, as well as studies in racial development, warrant, I believe, an affirmative answer?

Proteins, calcium, Vitamins A and G and the B Complex For Long Life

Proteins, calcium, Vitamins A and G and the B complex vitamins ? there you have, in part, the answers o? science to date as to how to eat for a longer life. Always, of course, these vital elements should be taken in foods which provide just enough calories to keep one at ideal weight or slightly below it, after middle age.

Be Thin

On the average, thin experimental animals live longer than overweight ones. But thinness should be achieved in healthy way.

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