Modern medicine shows that the nature of the aging process is immune degradation, organ failure and the weakening of anti-aging genes. According to Zaobao, some functional foods along with napping habits can effectively support this.
Many people today regularly supplement nutrients such as Omega-3 and vitamin D. According to a new study published in the journal Nature Aging, taking these two supplements continuously for 3 years can help slow down physiological age by 3 to 4 months. If you combine more physical activity, the effectiveness will increase.
The study was conducted over 700 people aged 70 and over in Switzerland. Although the level of improvement seems small, experts say it still helps minimize the risk of age -related diseases and improves overall health in the elderly. Specifically, omega-3 can reduce the risk of falling and 13% of the risk of infection. When combined with omega-3, vitamin D and exercise, the risk of congenital health decline is reduced by 39%, and the risk of cancer can be reduced by 61%.
Research from the University of College London (UK) published in Sleep Health also shows that the habit of napping is associated with maintaining larger brain volume. According to scientists, people who take a regular nap can help prevent aging while reducing the risk of neurological diseases such as dementia.
