Countless articles have
been written on the subject of good health, happiness and longevity by experts
from different branches of science, study and belief… by research and some by
experience. Here is one article from TIME Magazine on longevity – ‘What 3
things can I do extend the length of my life?’. It is an old Issue of TIME
Magazine which I have come across recently. I wanted to bring it to you
especially because for the first time I have read that curiosity in old age
plays an important role in longevity.
This is a well-researched
article that appeared in the Health Section of TIME magazine of 27th February
2017. Normally for longevity, physical and mental activity, diet and happy
personal relationships are emphasised. In this article, curiosity is one of the
three factors suggested for longevity – ‘Stay Curious, Eat way more plants and
Rethink what it means to be old’.
I have reproduced below
photo-excerpts of this TIME Magazine article. However, I shall briefly narrate
in brief what this article states:
STAY CURIOUS: There is
evidence that curiosity has longevity benefits. According to Laura L.
Carstensen of Stanford University, asking questions and discussing new things
keeps one engaged with other people and contributes to enthusiasm, happiness
and longevity.
EAT WAY MORE PLANTS: The
link between diet and well-being is well-known. But, very often, it is ignored.
This has increased the incidence of diet-related diseases. Eating a lot of
plants is recommended. To ensure longer life, one has to focus on fruits,
vegetables, nuts and olive oil.
RETHINK WHAT IT MEANS TO
BE OLD: Those who have positive beliefs about age live longer. This means
remaining mindful of the contributions that older people make to others. Those
who maintain friendships appear to live longer. It is said that ‘people want
their close friends to be someone they can talk to, someone they enjoy being
with’.
Religion too is
important. It is said centenarians rank high on ‘moral righteousness’ which may
help them adapt well to later life.
Also, exercise and food
habits matter. Even 15-minute exercise in a day would benefit muscle
strength.
You may also read the original
passages in the photos below:
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