Could We Live to 100
Ways to live to 100
Definitely possible
Nutrition:
Organs need the right nutrients to function
Muscles need proteins and minerals.
Energy requires fat to burn
Vitamins act like enzymes and aid bodily functions
Fibre and water are needed for proper digestive health
Food provides the body nutrients, since it cannot make it's own - not sustainably at least.
Nutrients provide organs with the essential materials needed to maintain optimal function.
An unbalanced diet and irregular or irrational eating habits leads to worsened health.
Rest & Anxiety
Nervous system & Autonomic response
Parasympathetic (Rest and Digest)
Sympathetic (Fight or Flight)
Triggered when body feels safe
Triggered when body believes it is in danger.
Produces cortisol
Increased heart rate
Heightened sensitivity
Faster breathing rate
Better muscle performance
Control loss over bladder
Modern dangers are less life or death, but because the nervous system is not equipped. High stress situations can trigger the response. Tests, deadlines and challenging conversations can trigger the sympathetic response, often overdoing exposure to it.
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If the response is triggered too often, the body has adverse effects. High blood pressure, headaches, sleep cycle disruptions, emotional problems. Constant stress and the over-activation of the sympathetic nervous system can lead to health complications such as anxiety, depression or panic attacks.
Lowered heart rate
stimulates digestion
activates metabolism
aids relaxation
Exercise
Activity
Diet
Rest
Social
Eating what is right for your body helps your body sustain itself better,
Talk to nutritionists and dieticians to find what foods suit you best
Try to keep unhealthy foods to a minimum.
Humans are naturally social beings. Often craving some form of connection with others: family, friends or partners
Healthy social circles make people feel better about themselves and life in general. This is reflected in their actions, people surrounded by love are more willing to maintain their health
Support systems are crucial. Having people to reach out to during hard times helps relieve stress, and provides dependable companionship
Consistent eating routines better regulates metabolism
Physical activity can improve weight and heart complications
Builds up teamwork
Stamina and strength increase
Fun activities and pass times are good ways to improve mood and community connection
Learn something interesting, purely for personal enjoyment
Make new friends, develop new skills
Sleep renews and refreshes the body for a new day
Psychological development improves
Mood and emotional health positive and consistent
Cortisol and hormones produced