LONGEVITY LIFESTYLE A WAY TO LIVE LONGER AND YOUNGER

• Longevity lifestyle is a collection of daily habits that helps the second half of our lifespan become happier and more active.
• The mindset of longevity lifestyle is good health is the foundation for a happy and meaningful life.
• Good nutritional habits prolong wellness +improve daily quality of life.
• People who build for themselves a community of friends live longer and happy.
• Hard workers who are accomplished and feel successful experience better health and longer lifespan.
• There are 5 Blue zones--the geographic regions where people live longest.
• Okinawa,Japan
• Sardinia. Italy
• Loma Linda. California
• The Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica
• Icaria, Greece

(Not only the people live longest here but also suffer from fewer chronic illnesses like cancer, heart diseases,less common inflammatory disorders. )

According to the scientists who have studied these 5 blue zones- the key to longevity are diet, exercise, finding a purpose in life, having broad circle of friends and good family relations.

• The 80 percent secret-One of the most common saying in Japan is “Hara hachi bu" means “fill your belly to 80 percent” rather than overeating and wearing down their bodies with long digestive processes that accelerate cellular oxidation.
• The flavonoid fisetin has longevity naturally occurring in strawberries, mango etc.(Research reveals antioxidant Fisetin improves vitality, cellular maintainance, anti carcinogenic, reduces inflammation)
• Eat more nuts (nutritional powerhouses) rich in protein, fibre, antioxidants vitamins minerals (One study found that people who consume at least 3 servings of nuts/week had a 39 percent lower risk of premature death)
• Try out turmeric — The main bioactive compound Circumin in turmeric has antioxidant +anti-inflammatory properties.
• Include plenty of healthy plant food in your diet like fruits. Vegetables, nuts, seeds, whole grains and beans may decrease disease risk +promote longevity as good source of antioxidants polyphenols, carotenoids, folate and vitamin C.
• Antioxidants in superfoods-helps you live better.
• Stay physically active
• It’s never too late to quit smoking. Quitting smoking in your 60s may add up to 3.7 years of your life.
• Moderate your alcohol intake
• Prioritize your happiness
• Avoid chronic stress and anxiety
• Nurture your social circle
• Be more conscientious means persons ability of self — disciplined, organised,efficient and goal oriented.

So your daily diet, sleep patterns, mental health ,intelligent exercise regime done habitually go a long way in helping to counteract aging and improve longevity.