We have all heard that reducing our intake of calories is a good idea to reduce obesity. A lower weight indefinitely means we're more healthy. We have energy, stamina, regular blood pressure, less depression, the list goes on and on.
According to Health magazine, a fascinating new 20-year study is suggesting that reducing calories by 30 percent increases longevity. The study was done by using rhesus monkeys which share many characteristics with another primate cousin, the human.
Obviously this can be taken to the extreme. If our total calorie intake is reduced so much that we barely take any calories in, then we've pushed it too far. The recommendation is to cut your calorie count by 30%.
For all of us non-calorie counters, this could be a little bit more difficult to measure. What I am going to start doing is reducing the total food I eat by 30%. I figure that's a good measure to reducing calorie count at nearly the same ratio. At any rate, it is going to promote a healthier physique, higher energy, some weight loss, and ultimately, longevity and anti aging.
I think that everyone who reads this should make a goal, stick to it, and share with us your progress in your efforts to increase your longevity by cutting calorie counts. I know it may seem that life gets in the way, and that it may be difficult at times--but one step forward is a step in the right direction.
If you would like to read more about the Health Magazine study, it can be found on the CNN website here. I especially find their methodology interesting. Gradually reducing the calorie intake on the variables.
Let's keep heading in the right direction! And remember, most of all, stay positive!
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