LIVE LONG AND HEALTHY: KNOW WHAT YOU EAT

We really don’t know how long we are going to live. Some say it’s all about genetics. What you think, is it true? No! not at all. There are lots of ways that can really help us live a long and healthy life. I know it’s not easy and possible to follow all of them but we can at least follow one such way.
The most possible and easiest way is changing our food habit. The latest research says that our food habit or diet is the most prime indicator of showing, how long we will live. It also indicates whether we are going to develop any kind of life-shortening chronic diseases or not.

In short, we must know and aware of what we are eating. The most important point is the food we are eating must have those essential ingredients needed to live long and healthy.
Here are some foods that our diet must contain.

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES:

All colourful vegetables and fruits are packed with antioxidants. Antioxidants inhibit or hamper the oxidation. Oxidation produces free radicals that can damage our healthy cells. It can also lead to cancer and can speed up ageing.

Thus by obstructing oxidation, antioxidants help us and works as a protective shield to our body. Some examples of such vegetables and fruits are spinach, carrots, tomatoes, berries, plums, oranges etc.

OLIVE OIL:

This is perhaps the best fat we should have. It boosts our memory and helps fight inflammation. It helps to lower the bad cholesterol (LDL) without affecting the good cholesterol (HDL). Thus, protecting the heart as well.

FISH:

Fish contains fatty acids, EPA and DHA. It can boost brain function and our nervous system. It also prevents dementia and joint pain. The Omega 3 in fish can lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides.

BEANS:

These are the natural nutritional powerhouses. We must add these 3 to 4 times per week in our diet. It also contains fibre which helps in digestion and also minimizes the chances of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. It helps us to lose weight.

NUTS:

It contains cholesterol-free plant protein and other nutrients. It also contains Vitamin E, which help in lowering the risk of stroke. But as it contains fat so we must have it in moderation.

MILK:

It contains Vitamin D, which helps the body taking in and use the calcium properly. Thus, it safeguards us suffering from osteoporosis. Vitamin D also lowers the chances of colon, breast and prostate cancer. Moreover eating yoghurt really helps in digestion.

WHOLEGRAIN:

Learn adding whole grain to the diet. It lowers the chances of having a certain type of cancers, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. It also contains fibre that helps prevent constipation and diverticular disease.

HEALTHY TIPS:

Lastly, other than changing your diet, there are other factors too; you must consider achieving the "Longer Life" mission. Do some exercises, if not regularly, at least five days a week. Stay away from smoking, alcohol and most importantly oily junk foods. After all, it’s your life you have to take care of it. And always remember, a healthy life is always a happy life.