Jaga Umur biologi Kita!

Umur manusia boleh diukur melalui dua cara iaitu umur kronologi dan umur biologi. Umur kronologi ialah umur mengikut tarikh lahir, manakala umur biologi (yang lebih penting) pula diukur berdasarkan tahap kesihatan dan keupayaan seseorang. Umur biologi yang muda boleh dicapai dengan mengamalkan gaya hidup aktif, mengawal pemakanan dan kerap bersenam. Selain dari itu kajian uga menunjukkan orang yang bahagia,biasanya  umur biologinya jauh lebih muda daripada umur kronologinya. maka, dia bukan sahaja nampak jauh lebih muda daripada usia sebenar, tetapi dia juga sihat dan jarang diserang penyakit. maka, wangnya tidak dibazirkan untuk kesihatan sahaja.

Research shows that your biological age is a more accurate evaluation of your age, and the good news is that your biological age can actually become younger if you make healthy lifestyle choices. 

Nutrition has to be the most important factor for good health. Our bodies are not unlike machines and like machines, we need the proper ‘fuel and maintenance’ to make us run smoothly and at optimal performance. Eating plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits every day is vital. Fresh foods contain vitamins, minerals and nutrients that are lacking in processed and junk foods. Our body systems require these nutrients to do their jobs and keep us healthy. Beyond that, fresh foods contain enzymes needed for good digestion whereas processed foods have none. By adopting a healthy diet, you’ll see the benefits now and most certainly later in life, such as a healthy heart, stable blood sugar levels, stronger bones, and far less risk of cancer. 

How can good nutrition lower your biological age? Getting the proper vitamins, minerals and nutrients ‘fuel’ every system in the body and cause it to work efficiently and optimally for a lifetime.

• Proper nutrition provides you with more energy for work and play.
• Proper nutrition helps you maintain a healthy weight.
• Proper nutrition helps you maintain good bone health.
• Proper nutrition promotes good sleep.
• Proper nutrition promotes a healthy immune system.

Now that you realize how important good nutrition is, try changing one eating habit a week. Cut down on foods high in fat and begin replacing them with whole grain foods, low fat foods, and fresh fruit and vegetables. You'll be reaping the benefits of good nutrition before you know it! 

Suggestions for lowering your biological age:

• Do eat a balanced diet and include plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. Cut down on fat, salt and sugar in your diet.
• Drink plenty of water. Drink fewer caffeinated drinks. Drink alcohol moderately.
• Get more exercise – walk, garden, take the stairs, park farther from your destination. Don’t sit on the couch quite as much.
• Do take a quality multivitamin/mineral supplement every day plus a variety of antioxidants to fight free radical damage, Omega-3 (fish oil) capsules for heart health, and extra calcium and vitamin D for bone health.
• Do get enough quality sleep every night so that your body can rest and repair itself.
• Try a whole-body cleanse twice a year to clear the toxins from your body and rejuvenate your health!
• Manage stress by learning deep breathing exercises and meditation. Practice yoga and get regular massages. Don’t let stress ruin your physical and emotional health.

If you decide to start making the best choices in Nutrition, Exercise, and Supplementation, in time, you will improve your health and fitness, have more energy and lower your Biological Age. Begin to make your changes today- it is never too early and never too late to grow younger!

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