longevity and diet

Most agree that the quality of their life is
a concern. Here are just a few interesting thoughts
on how diet affects the aging process.

• Portion control and caloric management,
  while staying well nourished, has been shown
  to prolong life expectancy.
  
• A diet low in fat with lots of fruits, vegetables
  and grains is the most optimal dietary strategy
  for minimizing risk of diseases such as cancer
  and heart disease.
  
• Vitamin D and calcium are essential nutrients
  for preventing bone problems that affect posture with aging.
  
• Fibre-rich foods reduce risk for diabetes and
  high blood pressure.
  
• Plenty of fresh produce provides antioxidant
  nutrients that stimulate the immune system and protect the nervous system and brain from
  age-related memory loss.
  
• The fats in fish, omega-3 fatty acids, can
  stimulate immunity, reduce heart disease risk
  and might even reduce risk for depression.
  Even though it’s difficult to say that a better diet will prolong your life for exactly so many additional years, more and more studies show it can help you age gracefully and minimize lifestyle-related disease.