GERO 200 Lecture 10: GERO 200 Lecture 10 (2/3/17)
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Wrote a cover article for nat geo on longevity. Term used to describe small pockets of the world where a large percentage lives a very long time. Caloric restriction lowers risk of heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Consisted of fruit, veggies, on egg yolk, bread/cracker, and meat. He never ate more than 4 ounces at a time. Key to satisfaction was never being full. Saturated fats and lack of fiber are linked to disease. Digestive processes slowing, dental problems increase, sense of taste and smell decrease, alone adults don"t cook much. Improves circulation, reduced stress, prevents muscle deterioration. Strength training and flexibility maintains motility, prolongs independence, increases bone density, reduced muscle atrophy, improves quality of life. Individuals carry in the type of exercise that interests them. Aerobic weight bearing exercise can be particularly beneficial. Subjective sense of being physically fit predicts better mental health. Being a happy, optimistic person contributes to longevity. Good sense of humor has positive effect.
