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The Longevity Bible: An Evidence-Based Guide to Living as Long as Possible
Most of us want to stay healthy, active, and mentally sharp as long as possible. But there’s a big problem for the would-be centenarian. The internet is awash with food faddism, anti-aging quackery, and contradictory scientific studies. Where can you go for reliable information about staying active and staving off dementia as long as possible? The Longevity Bible fills this gap. Written by a practicing internist and faculty member of Harvard Medical School, The Longevity Bible is a lively and concise guide to maxing out healthspan and lifespan. The Longevity Bible explains what aging is, and answers such questions is aging inevitable? Is it possible to live forever? Are testosterone and HGH wonder drugs or hormonal charlatanism? Are saturated fats really that bad? What’s the big deal about high-fructose corn syrup? What is the ideal weight for longevity? Are fasting, paleo, and caloric restriction really a good idea? Can you exercise too much? What about coffee and booze? Is being single hazardous for your health? Buy The Longevity Guide today. It’s the best investment in your health you’ll ever make.
291 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 24, 2023
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July 15, 2023
The Longevity Bible by John Ross, MD is full of good information on the topic of how to live longer. Why do we age? According to Ross, when are cells split there is damage to the DNA and telomeres. The body responds by shutting down cells with too much DNA damage. This protects us from cancer but contributes to aging. Cells have a finite number of times that they can divide, known as the Hayflick limit. IN the short term, the Hayflick limit protects us from cancer but in the long run it contributes to aging. Human lifespan, which is long is limited by our ability to maintain the integrity of our DNA.
When we burn food through the chemical process of oxidation, free radicals are produced which makes our mitochondria age and breaks down. Calorie restriction extends the life of lab animals by activating genes that repair DNA. However, too much calorie restriction can lead to osteoporosis and frailty. At last Ross examines nutrition.
Moderate your salt intake by avoiding processed foods (bacon, ham, hotdogs, deli meats and sausage) and fast foods such as pizzias and hamburgers. Instead, eat potassium rich fruits and vegetables. You can have stake as long as it is not overcooked. Next, you should avoid carbinated drinks and foods with sugar. Ross gets the nutrition mostly correct but he does not mention gluton from breads that destroy the inner part of the intestine making it impossible to absorb minerals and vitamins.
Ross argues that people should not take vitamins, but I strongly disagree with him on this point. You simply cannot absorb the proper amount of vitamins and minerals through food only. You need vitamins and minerals to give the body what it needs.
When it comes to alcohol and cigarettes, Ross argues that you should quit smoking to avoid lung cancer. When it comes to drinking have only one drink per day, preferably red wine.
Other things you should do is to exercise every day and interact with people. Get your blood pressure under control and maintain a healthy body weight. A high fiber diet (fruits and vegetables) will reduce obesity. You can have moderate amounts of coffee and tea. Stave off dementia by staying physically active and being social with people.
Live near trees and go to the doctor to be screened for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cervical and colon cancer. These interventions will help you prolong your life. Get an annual flu shot, covid shot every year. Also get pneumonia shot when you reach 65. To prevent falls and frailty, take care of your bones and eyes, mix aerobic, strength and balance training into your workouts. Finally you will not live forever, so make your preferences about end-of-life care known beforehand. Overall, it's a good book on the subject of longevity and I strongly recommend it.
When we burn food through the chemical process of oxidation, free radicals are produced which makes our mitochondria age and breaks down. Calorie restriction extends the life of lab animals by activating genes that repair DNA. However, too much calorie restriction can lead to osteoporosis and frailty. At last Ross examines nutrition.
Moderate your salt intake by avoiding processed foods (bacon, ham, hotdogs, deli meats and sausage) and fast foods such as pizzias and hamburgers. Instead, eat potassium rich fruits and vegetables. You can have stake as long as it is not overcooked. Next, you should avoid carbinated drinks and foods with sugar. Ross gets the nutrition mostly correct but he does not mention gluton from breads that destroy the inner part of the intestine making it impossible to absorb minerals and vitamins.
Ross argues that people should not take vitamins, but I strongly disagree with him on this point. You simply cannot absorb the proper amount of vitamins and minerals through food only. You need vitamins and minerals to give the body what it needs.
When it comes to alcohol and cigarettes, Ross argues that you should quit smoking to avoid lung cancer. When it comes to drinking have only one drink per day, preferably red wine.
Other things you should do is to exercise every day and interact with people. Get your blood pressure under control and maintain a healthy body weight. A high fiber diet (fruits and vegetables) will reduce obesity. You can have moderate amounts of coffee and tea. Stave off dementia by staying physically active and being social with people.
Live near trees and go to the doctor to be screened for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, cervical and colon cancer. These interventions will help you prolong your life. Get an annual flu shot, covid shot every year. Also get pneumonia shot when you reach 65. To prevent falls and frailty, take care of your bones and eyes, mix aerobic, strength and balance training into your workouts. Finally you will not live forever, so make your preferences about end-of-life care known beforehand. Overall, it's a good book on the subject of longevity and I strongly recommend it.
November 30, 2023
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So many people could really be helped by understanding many things discussed. Everyone should read this. Maybe if we can have better eaters we could have a better food supply? Avoiding sugar is extremely difficult in the US 😵💫
So many people could really be helped by understanding many things discussed. Everyone should read this. Maybe if we can have better eaters we could have a better food supply? Avoiding sugar is extremely difficult in the US 😵💫
February 5, 2024
Informative and funny. Dr Ross is brilliant. Highly recommend!
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