{"id":2836,"date":"2018-12-05T18:38:04","date_gmt":"2018-12-05T18:38:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reflexologyforthespirit.com\/blog\/?p=2836"},"modified":"2018-12-05T18:38:04","modified_gmt":"2018-12-05T18:38:04","slug":"wellness-10-tips-for-a-longer-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reflexologyforthespirit.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/05\/wellness-10-tips-for-a-longer-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellness: 10 Tips for a Longer Life"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Longevity depends a lot on\u00a0 wellness throughout your life.\u00a0 So, working to prevent disease helps promote a longer life.\u00a0 There are many things you can do to promote wellness in your life.\u00a0 It goes without saying that including Reflexology for the Spirit and Reiki Therapy sessions regularly are important.<\/p>\n

PREVENTING COLON CANCER has a dietary component.\u00a0 \u00a0 Dietary calcium,\u00a0 \u00a0selenium and vitamin D are important\u00a0 for your overall wellness.<\/p>\n

Another\u00a0 thing that may can help prevent colon cancer is the regular use of aspirin.<\/p>\n

So, beyond vitamins, and aspirin, what can a person do?\u00a0 Eat a lot of fruits and vegetables !<\/p>\n

And, finally, getting the dreaded colonoscopy regularly is important.\u00a0 Colonoscopies are good for early detection and polyp removal\u00a0 both of which are crucial.\u00a0 \u00a0 Some people simply don’t want to get a colonoscopy.\u00a0 I’ve been getting colonoscopies since I was in my 40’s.\u00a0 The physician, over time, has removed several polyps and that was important.\u00a0 Wellness testing is high on the list if you’re interested in living a long, active life.<\/p>\n

Colonoscopies\u00a0 have gotten easier\u00a0 through the years.\u00a0 And, the prep has actually gotten to be less dreaded\u00a0 \u00a0because my Dr. lets me drink vanilla milkshakes on the day before!\u00a0 Go Colonoscopies!\u00a0 I was actually a little tiny bit disappointed when my physician told me I don’t have to have another one for years.\u00a0 I’m not scheduled for another one until I’m 85.<\/p>\n

Not wanting to wait until I’m 85 for a yummy, thick milkshake, I’ve decided I can get a milkshake whenever I have to get a medical test or procedure.\u00a0 I love that new rule!\u00a0 Medical testing is much, much easier when followed by a delicious, thick milkshake.<\/p>\n

PROSTATE CANCER – If a man lives long enough, he’ll either die with prostate cancer or because of it.\u00a0 So, prostate cancer is in the future for many men.\u00a0 Prostate cancer is a lifestyle disease, not a genetic one.<\/p>\n

So, what can you do?\u00a0 Vitamins are important prevention habits – especially selenium.\u00a0 Seafood instead of beef is a good choice.\u00a0 Fruits and vegetables are important.\u00a0 To summarize this, a good diet is necessary for longevity wellness.<\/p>\n

NEVER WORK BEFORE BREAKFAST –\u00a0 A good breakfast, eaten every morning can reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and obesity.\u00a0 If you’re\u00a0 interested in wellness, breakfast is on the menu – every day.\u00a0 First thing.<\/p>\n

This is your chance to load up on high-fiber grains, antioxidant-laden fruits,\u00a0 and whole grain cereals.<\/p>\n

A favored breakfast is the world-famous Muesli breakfast.\u00a0 This will stay with you for hours until it is time for lunch.\u00a0 And, it’s yummy, too!<\/p>\n

BREAST CANCER –\u00a0 This is a challenge for many women.\u00a0 Breast cancer has a definite spiritual component.<\/p>\n

Reduced to its lowest common denominator, this means\u00a0 you should do everything possible to keep from running on empty.\u00a0 I wrote more about this in my book “A Healer’s Handbook”.<\/p>\n

A good thing to do is go with early diagnosis and every medical treatment offered whether allopathic, complimentary, or integrative.\u00a0 Fight breast cancer with every tool offered to you.<\/p>\n

Early diagnosis means getting mammograms and breast exams regularly.\u00a0 No cancelling.\u00a0 Early detection and treatment is important to your continued wellness.<\/p>\n

Keep up with research on cancer preventing diets and exercise.\u00a0 This means, at the very least, eating lots of fruits and vegetables and exercising regularly.<\/p>\n

STRONG LEGS are your best insurance policy for a long, active life.\u00a0 Two of the best exercises are pedaling the stationary bike and using the leg press machine.<\/p>\n

Climb stairs for five minutes every daily.<\/p>\n

Balance yourself on one leg daily:\u00a0 Stand on one leg for fifteen seconds, then alternate legs.<\/p>\n

And, finally,\u00a0 stand up and sit down twenty times in succession.<\/p>\n

LOAD UP\u00a0 – on vegetables, fruits, legumes, and grains every day.\u00a0 Go for as much variety in texture,\u00a0 and color, possible.\u00a0 \u00a0Avoid processed foods as much as possible.<\/p>\n

Try not to eat any foods loaded with chemicals and artificial anything.\u00a0 Chemical laden foods are not good for wellness.<\/p>\n

TAKE THE RISK – Eat cold water fish one to three times a month.\u00a0 This means you should eat about one serving of salmon, trout, herring,\u00a0 or sardines per week.\u00a0 Unfortunately, the accumulated heavy metals make eating the fish more often\u00a0 a health risk.\u00a0 However, on the plus side, eating the cold water fish once a week can offer real\u00a0 wellness health benefits.<\/p>\n

Avoid farmed fish if you can.\u00a0 No doubt some\u00a0 farms are clean but many are not and you have no way of knowing without visiting.<\/p>\n

AVOID ALZHEIMER’S – Alzheimer’s is one disease which we all want to avoid at all costs.\u00a0 There are some things you\u00a0 can do to prevent the onset of this disease.<\/p>\n

Reduce your intake of saturated fats.<\/p>\n

Make physical\u00a0 activity a part of every day.<\/p>\n

Spinach and other dark leaf vegetables are said to help prevent the onset of the disease.<\/p>\n

Antioxidant rich foods are important.<\/p>\n

Turmeric is an important spice to add to your arsenal.<\/p>\n

Maintain an active social life .<\/p>\n

Learn new things .<\/p>\n

WATCH YOUR BACK –\u00a0 Statistics tell us\u00a0 that most of us will experience back pain at some point in life.\u00a0 This can be a problem for you if you’re not focused on your wellness.<\/p>\n

Back pain has a spiritual component which you can’t ignore.\u00a0 \u00a0Stress is often involved in back pain.\u00a0 I wrote about this in “A Healer’s Handbook”.<\/p>\n

Back pain impacts on your wellness and longevity expectations when it brings on depression,\u00a0 immobility, and\u00a0 disability.<\/p>\n

One thing you can do is work to maintain strong core muscles.\u00a0 Strong muscles in the stomach and back will go a long way to a better recovery if you do experience back injury and pain.<\/p>\n

Posture is important.\u00a0 Take yoga classes with a teacher\u00a0 interested in your posture.<\/p>\n

Maintain a good weight.\u00a0 Obesity is a strain on your back which you don’t need.<\/p>\n

Drink plenty of water to maintain joint hydration.\u00a0 This may seem like a silly suggestion but your joints\u00a0 use a lot of water and need you to continually\u00a0 replenish it throughout\u00a0the\u00a0 day – everyday.<\/p>\n

The bottom line here is this:\u00a0 Your longevity wellness depends\u00a0 on a strong, healthy spine.<\/p>\n

EAT LESS MEAT –\u00a0 I’m certainly not telling you that you have to become a vegetarian, although that may be something that works for you.\u00a0 However, eating less meat is important if you are interested in longevity and wellness.<\/p>\n

Eating\u00a0 large amounts of meat\u00a0 regularly plays a part in contributing to diseases you probably want to avoid if your\u00a0 goal is longevity and wellness.\u00a0 Meat is implicated in most of the lifestyle diseases found in our culture:\u00a0 cancer, heart disease, stroke, dementia.<\/p>\n

THANK YOU\u00a0 for being interested in your good health for the long term.\u00a0 Thank you for reading this blog.\u00a0 \u00a0Thank you for seeking a healthier life.\u00a0 For sure,\u00a0 a healthier life should make your longevity and wellness plans\u00a0 a real option.<\/p>\n

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Please share this article with your favorite social media network.<\/p>\n

Thanks!<\/p>\n

Thurman Greco<\/p>\n

Woodstock, NY<\/p>\n

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