According to a new study published in the “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition,” starting at age 40, you can extend your life by changing your eating habits. Among them, following the following dietary pattern can increase your life expectancy by more than 6 years.
1. Eat lots of beans
Beans contain lysine, which stimulates the body to produce collagen, enhances calcium absorption, and is an excellent source of vegetable protein. Therefore, if you consume more beans, it can improve immune function, bone health, skin and hair.
2. Eat more whole grains
Compared to refined grains, whole grains contain more B vitamins, minerals and fiber... Increasing the amount of whole grains can help reduce the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer... Therefore, you can add whole grains to your daily diet to ensure nutrients and protect your health.
3. Eat lots of seeds
Most nuts are rich in protein, fiber, potassium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, B vitamins, vitamin E, unsaturated fatty acids and other nutrients. Regular consumption of nuts can help fight inflammation and oxidation, help control blood pressure, maintain stable blood sugar levels and prevent cardiovascular disease.
4. Eat less red meat
According to a study published in the European Heart Journal in 2023, eating too much red meat (including processed red meat or unprocessed red meat) can also increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Therefore, you should eat red meat in moderation, enough to provide nutrients for the body, should not use this type of food regularly.
5. Drink less sugary drinks
According to research published in the British Medical Journal, consumption of sugary drinks is associated with an increased risk of 45 diseases. Among them are: Endocrine and metabolic diseases such as obesity, gout, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and other cancers...
