Some seemingly unimportant details and habits in daily life can affect lifespan. Recently, the longevity column of the American magazine "about" recommended six new longevity tips:
Alternate between using spoons and chopsticks when eating: Generally, each bite of food should be chewed 15-20 times, and the time spent on a meal should be no less than 20 minutes. This helps with digestion, prevents weight gain, and can also relieve tension and anxiety. So, try using chopsticks to pick up vegetables while eating, then put down the chopsticks and use a spoon to eat rice. Even if you want to eat quickly, you can't. Make sure to fully chew each bite of food.
Drink "coarse" tea: "Coarse tea" refers to older, coarser tea leaves. Although it is bitter and astringent, it contains abundant tea polyphenols and tannins, which have anti-aging effects, can regulate blood lipids, prevent arteriosclerosis, and prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Increase fish intake and reduce meat intake in middle age: Japanese longevity expert Yuriko Koji pointed out that in middle age, the amount of fish consumed should be twice that of meat. For example, if the amount of meat consumed is 30-50 grams, the amount of fish should be 60-100 grams.
Take a hot spring bath: Studies have shown that in the past 20 years, the incidence of heart disease in Iceland, the country with the longest life expectancy, has decreased by 50%, which is related to their enthusiasm for hot springs. Frequent hot spring baths can prevent chronic diseases such as arthritis and asthma, have significant therapeutic effects on various skin diseases, and can also relieve mental stress. It is important to note that when taking a hot spring bath, start by soaking in water with a moderate temperature, and do not soak in water that is too hot for more than 10 minutes. Make sure to let your body surface or rest out of the water in a timely manner.
Laziness can be a blessing: Fast-paced living, intense exercise, and excessive stress and anxiety can deplete "life energy". Occasionally, it's okay to be lazy, decline boring social events, decline overloaded work, and enjoy life.
Quit one bad habit: Force yourself to quit one bad habit, whether it is smoking, not exercising, or eating too many snacks. Quit one habit at a time and start small, gradually progressing. For example, if you want to develop the habit of waking up early, try waking up 10 minutes earlier each day instead of an hour, and find "replacement habits" for your bad habits.
