"There are hints of lifestyle interventions that may have potential to lengthen life and delay aging. One that's been particularly well-studied is calorie restriction (CR). This is where you reduce the total number of calories you consume, but still get enough of the essential nutrients. From yeast to rodents, studies have found that CR can increase longevity and delay age-related diseases."
"You probably know that regular exercise reduces your risk for heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. What you might not realize is that it can also slow the speed at which your cells age. Telomeres are protective caps on the ends of chromosomes inside cells. Over time, a cell's telomeres get shorter and shorter, eventually causing that cell to die. The loss of telomeres as people get older plays a role in many age-related health changes - and some studies suggest that regular physical activity helps delay this process."
Aging cannot be stopped. Physical activity is one of the best ways to stay healthier and potentially add years to life. Calorie restriction, defined as reducing total calories while maintaining essential nutrients, has increased longevity and delayed age-related diseases in organisms from yeast to rodents. Not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, getting good sleep, obtaining preventive cancer screenings, and treating hypertension and high cholesterol each contribute to longer life expectancy, and together can add about ten years. Regular exercise reduces risks for heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers and can help preserve telomere length. Brisk walking is an effective aerobic habit to start.
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