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When informing many people about slow aging lifestyle habits, there is a frequently asked question.
Establishing and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits such as simple meals, sufficient physical activity, and restorative sleep
The question is whether the stress itself is causing illness rather than preventing it.
This question is mainly answered by people in their 20s and 30s, who like to relieve stress intensely and enjoy the moment.
There is an underlying meaning that living itself is a better life. In fact, it's the opposite.
The common point of healthy eating, physical activity, restorative sleep, moderate alcohol consumption, and mental relaxation is actually
It is that it can lower the level of stress hormones in our body.
Actually, if you had to identify the biggest cause that makes modern people unknowingly accelerate the aging process,
Chronic stress can be mentioned. Late afternoon when a hectic day is coming to an end,
I start scrolling through my smartphone without even noticing.
When my concentration drops and I handle this and that task aimlessly, I sometimes wonder if I am developing dementia.
My eyes are drawn to my smartphone, and I endlessly think of greasy, rich foods or cold beer, but...
The more one falls into such stimulation, the more fatigue and depression intensify.
In this vicious cycle, physical activity decreases, sleep quality worsens, and the quality of meals declines.
Everyone living in this era has likely experienced similar situations. This vicious cycle triggers a chain reaction.
The ultimate way to create a virtuous cycle by breaking down various elements and, conversely, reversing them is through comprehensive lifestyle habit improvement.
As overall lifestyle habits improve health, not only does stress decrease, but also
Resilience of the body and mind improves, and the rate of aging naturally slows down.
However, the idea that healthy lifestyle habits can sometimes cause illness can also be true.
No matter how good something is, overdoing it can be toxic.
If resistance and fear of aging or illness spread into excessive discipline and obsession with all aspects of life
At some point, the roles become reversed, and the quality of life begins to decline.
I walk for two hours every day and eat vegetables, grains, and vitamins... Why do I feel so anxious? © Provided by Chosun Ilbo
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This is a case of Mr. A, a man in his 60s, who visited the clinic despite doing his best for his health but still experiencing various frustrations.
He always feels tired and constantly watches health-related media and reads books about "anti-aging" without fail.
I don't have any special chronic illnesses, but I have been strictly eating a diet mainly consisting of vegetables and whole grains.
In addition, it was also said that walking for two hours a day is beneficial.
She has a very thin body, to the point that it could be considered malnutrition.
I was taking a handful of various vitamins and supplements every day, but...
That list was packed onto a single page of notes. I'm doing everything that's good for my health.
There is a complain that they don't know why their body feels so unwell.
Upon hearing the story in more detail, it turns out that she was originally of a plump build, but two years ago she was diagnosed with pre-diabetes and hyperlipidemia.
They listened to the advice, tried not to take the medication, and lost nearly 15 kg in weight, maintaining that weight.
When I had the test, not only was my muscle mass quite low, but my bone density was also significantly decreased.
Ultimately, none of the components of lifestyle habits were problematic, but the means and
The goal was reversed, which ended up damaging overall health.
Ultimately, Mr. A's most urgent prescription is a natural balance restoration close to moderation.
A proposal to create a TV program related to lifestyle habits that can eradicate aging, suggesting that aging can be defeated.
I often receive suggestions to create books about science and technology.
This perspective overlooks the essence and reinforces negative thoughts about aging.
Professor Becca Levy makes people view aging positively in just 10 minutes.
It was said that they were able to improve people's memory, physical functions, and even their will to live.
When we accept the year as a completion period that we rightfully deserve, not as a target for rejection,
Perhaps our society can finally age sustainably.
