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STRONG SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS
They have meaningful relationships
with family and friends. The risk of death is 2 to 4 times higher for
people with fewer or weaker social relationships.
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MANAGING STRESS
Centenarians are much better at handling stress, coping, grieving and moving
on than the general population. They realize that stress weakens the immune
system and damages the brain. To neutralize stress, they exercise, practice
yoga and properly breathe for maximum relaxation.
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PURPOSE & PASSION
They work hard and enjoy their work,
are highly ambitious with a strong will to live and a great appreciation for
life.
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HEALTHY DIET
They eat 5 or more fruit and vegetable
servings daily which can reduce all cancers by 20% or more. Longevity has
little to do with being 10% over or underweight but has more to do with
being stable and having a healthy self-image.
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EXERCISE
The greatest longevity benefits come from
aerobics for the heart and lungs and strength training for improved bone
density. A well exercised bicep doesn’t deteriorate, rather it gets
stronger. Someone who walks 30 minutes a day, 6 days a week has the same
mortality rate as someone who runs 30-40 miles per week.
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LEARNING
They welcome anything that challenges
the brain and engages all senses.
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ADAPTIVE TO CHANGE
They possess a willingness to accept new
circumstances and feel well emotionally. Take setbacks gracefully and move
on. They tend to be lighthearted and have a great sense of humor.
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OPTIMISTIC IDENTITY
They enjoy their personal freedom, are
emotionally resilient, love autonomy, and have a high self-esteem.
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SPIRITUAL
They are religiously active, help
other people grow, live for the day, and enjoy the moment. Their desire to
live longer is built into their character.
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CHIROPRACTIC CARE
Elderly patients under chiropractic
care report better overall health, fewer chronic conditions, spend fewer
days in nursing homes and hospitals, are more mobile in their communities,
and are more likely to report regular levels of exercise.
