Everyone desires good health and a long life, but the "core code" that determines your longevity and well-being might be hidden in two key parts of your body!
Recently, a study from Stanford University in the United States found that maintaining a "youthful" state of the brain and immune system can significantly reduce the risk of death by 56%!
1、Why are the probabilities of these "two places" having a higher rate of youth and longevity greater?
In July this year, researchers from Stanford University in the United States published a large-scale study covering 45,000 people in the journal "Nature Medicine".
Scientists estimated the "biological age" of 11 crucial parts of the body (including the brain, heart, liver, immune system, etc.) by analyzing the protein data in the blood.
Research shows that the more body parts that "age", the higher the risk of death. People with 2 to 4 accelerated aging body parts have a 2.3 times higher risk of death.
People with more than 8 areas experiencing accelerated aging have a death risk that increases by 8.3 times. Among them, 60% pass away within 15 years.
So, does having more "youthful" body parts necessarily mean a longer lifespan?
wrong!
The research found that among 11 different body parts, only the "youthful state" of the brain and the immune system have been proven to be the key to significantly extending lifespan.
- When the brain is "young", the risk of death decreases by 40%;
- when the immune system is "young", the risk of death drops by 42%.
- And when both the brain and the immune system are "young", the risk of death drops by 56%.
During the 17-year follow-up period, the mortality rate for ordinary people was approximately 7.92%, while the mortality rate for this "super lucky group" was only 3.8%.
2、Protect Your Brain from Aging Remember these 4 tips!
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Consume brain-boosting foods frequently.
A diet rich in high-fiber and low-fat foods is beneficial for delaying brain aging. Fruits, vegetables and whole grains are not only major sources of dietary fiber, but also contain a large amount of vitamins and antioxidants. -
Use your brain frequently.
The brain is an organ that deteriorates with disuse. Regular use of the brain can promote blood circulation, ensure adequate nutrition for the brain tissue, and delay the aging of the brain. - Prioritize social interaction
Social interaction can help prevent and alleviate anxiety and depression. Engage in frequent communication and interaction with family and friends to maintain a positive mood. - Controlling chronic diseases
Common chronic diseases, such as hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, and overweight, are closely related to the risk of developing dementia. Actively managing these "three highs" can thus help reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
3、Protect your immune system and do these 5 things
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Keep exercising.
Exercise will increase the production of immune cells and immune factors in the body and enhance their activity. It is recommended to do it 3 to 5 times a week, for 30 to 45 minutes each time, with a moderate intensity. - You should consume more high-quality protein.
Protein serves as the fundamental substance for the body's immune defense function. It is advisable to eat more foods rich in protein, such as lean meat, dairy products, fish and shrimp, and legumes. - Reducing sugar intake and losing weight is essential.
Sweets can affect the production and activity of white blood cells, reducing the body's ability to resist diseases. Consuming too much unhealthy fat can impair the function of immune cells. -
An optimistic mindset can be helpful.
A positive mindset is the control button of the immune system. Good emotions can make the brain secrete healthy chemicals, activate the body's immune function, and inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms. on the contrary, high stress and negative emotions can lead to an increase in hormone components that inhibit the human immune system. This causes nerve excitation, blood vessel constriction, and elevated blood pressure, leading to a vicious cycle of both psychological and physiological conditions. -
Good sleep strengthens immunity.
Good sleep can stimulate the production of immune cells in the body, helping to resist the invasion of viruses and bacteria. Therefore, make sure to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every day and avoid staying up late.
Health and longevity are not beyond reach. Start today!
Invest in your brain and immunity, and you are preparing a longer and more energetic life for your future self!