About a third of people are approaching 2024 with New Year’s resolutions – many of which will be related to living longer and healthier lives.
Healthy Nutrition
Dr. Brett Osborn, a neurologist in Florida and longevity expert, recommends sticking to five proven and healthy essentials to improve health. He suggests eating low on the glycemic index and obtaining essential carbohydrates from vegetables and greens, while avoiding simple carbohydrates like sugar, bread, pasta, and rice. He also recommends consuming ample healthy fats such as olive oil, avocados, nuts, and butter, along with moderate protein from raw meats and fish. He emphasizes the importance of building and protecting muscle through weight training.
Weight Training
Dr. Osborn explains that building muscle is the fastest way to shed fat in the waist area. He recommends sticking to simple and compound exercises such as squats, bench presses, deadlifts, overhead presses, and pulls. He also recommends gradually loading muscles to stimulate muscle-building responses.
Blood Pressure Monitoring
Dr. Osborn stresses the importance of monitoring blood pressure to reduce the risk of age-related diseases. He advises purchasing an automatic blood pressure monitor and recording daily readings. He clarifies that uncontrolled high blood pressure increases the risk of developing deposits in the coronary or carotid arteries, which can lead to heart failure or stroke. He recommends striving for normal blood pressure and consulting a doctor if blood pressure remains consistently high.
Regular Blood Tests
Dr. Osborn recommends regular blood tests to monitor markers that significantly impact overall health. He suggests checking long-term blood glucose levels (HbA1c), insulin levels, lipid profiles, Apolipoprotein B levels, CRP inflammation levels, and hormone levels. He emphasizes that maintaining these markers at optimal levels can contribute to improving overall health.
Optimal Stress Management
Dr. Osborn notes that optimal stress management is one of the most important yet often overlooked factors in public health. He explains that properly managing the stress hormone cortisol can reduce the risks associated with high blood pressure, insulin resistance, and low testosterone levels. He recommends monitoring stress levels throughout the day and seeking relaxing activities such as yoga, meditation, spending time at the beach, or in a red light sauna. He also emphasizes the importance of good sleep and social interaction with family and friends.
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