Looking for a proven formula for a longer and healthier
life? Recent scientific studies confirm that people ages 70 to 90 live longer
if they:
· Follow a Mediterranean-style diet rich in whole grains,
vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, and olive oil, and regular small amounts of
fish and poultry;
·
Get regular exercise;
·
Consume a moderate amount of alcohol
(Mediterranean-style would be wine with meals—one to two glasses per day for men
and one glass per day for women); and
·
Not smoke.
Following these four lifestyle habits can lower their
risk of death in the next 10 years by over 50 percent.
Making these lifestyle choices can improve the health and
longevity of adults of all ages. It’s never too late to switch to a
healthier lifestyle and enjoy the benefits.
Source: Journal of the American Medical
Association, Sept. 22/29, 2004.