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also trim. That does not mean they had the perfect weight but were lean. Obesity is one of the gravest problems in this century. More and more women are seriously overweight or obese. The are more lap band surgeries than ever before. We need to stop this trend or women will not be living as long as they once did. They will not be living into their nineties with a quality of health.Keeping Their Mind Sharp: Women who have a sharp mind, use it everyday. Many like my mother, were avid crossword puzzle fans or scrabble players. There are women in their 90's still playing bridge and winning.Games, puzzles, and bridge all keep the mind active and healthy. Even though, physical exercise goes a long way in preserving a healthy mind, you need to exercise your mind as well. Games do just that. There is a program in many communities where seniors tutor children in elementary school. This is one activity that is a win-win situation.Community Spirited: Many women who I have talked to through the years were active in life. They were members of organizations that helped the homeless or raised money for charity. These women has a vitality for life and living. The didn't go through the motions, they were the motion that set things moving. This seems to be an important aspect of longevity and health.Attitude Toward Hardship: Women have always been tough. In the pioneer days, they buried husbands and children but carried on. The endured in the worst of times. Women are tough because they have an attitude of letting go of the past, and doing what is necessary to go forward. They know they have children to feed, so they carry on with a heart that says,' things will get better.' I saw my mother keep food on the table and a roof over our heads, when my father did not work for months.She did whatever necessary to keep things going. Women make lemonade out of lemons, as a way of existence. Women find a way to take the pain and make something positive happen.It's Never Too Late To Start: Sickness and age are not excuses for not trying to achieve better health. You can always start on a program at any age. One glowing example of this truth, is Ida Keeling who at 95 is still running races and winning. Ida was not always healthy and in shape. In 1958 when she lost her young husband, then later her two sons, she became depressed, grieved, and sick. Her blood pressure shot up to 206/106. Those were really dark days. She grew up in Harlem and her childhood wasn't easy but she nearly broke with the grief of losing both her sons. She was 67 and not young when those tragic deaths occurred. Her daughter, who is the track and field coach at the Fieldon School in the Bronx, talked Ida into her first 5k run to give her an outlet for the pain. She started her mom into a healthy workout that she continues today.
Exercise and running was her blessing and put her health back on track too. So I would say grit, persistence, and determination are facets of a long, healthy life.Grit: Women seem to made out of grit. They have fought their way up through the ages in almost every facet of life. At one time and in many countries still, women have no rights. In this country, women in the past had no right to vote, no rights to education, and no rights in marriage. With grit and determination, they freed themselves and their possibilities In America, we do have a better quality of life for that grit.Genetics: Many women who live long lives, come from family stock with longevity genes. That means they have mothers or grandmothers who were fit and healthy into their late 90's. Longevity genes sure don't hurt, when looking at health and long life. Good genes can only go so far. If you take good genes and add unhealthy life habits, you will still live less longer. In the end, it is life style and attitude that go the longest way toward longevity.Age Is Only a Number: I have known several elderly women in their 90's who could walk miles around others their age, who were using walkers. They could out walk the caregivers in the facility. They all had that no-quit attitude. They were pistols and as sharp as someone 30 years younger. Growing old does not have to come with walkers, strokes, and mental impairment. It may be the norm in our society but this can be changed for the better. Most of us should really examine our life, and adopt new physical and mental attitudes to live life with enthusiasm and vitality.References:http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/02/22/ida-keeling-95-year-old-woman-running-record_n_826541.htmlngm.nationalgeographic.com/ngm/0511/feature1/index.htmlwww.secrets-of-longevity-in-humans.com/longevity-science.org/
Treinando a mente para o futuro Dois livros que acabam de sair nos Estados Unidos Train your mind, change your brain (Treine sua mente, mude seu cerebro) de Sharon Begley, Balantine Books, 2007, 283 ps. e Five Minds for the Future (Cinco mentes para o futuro) de Howard Gardner, Harvard Press, 2007, 196 ps., tratam das mais recentes pesquisas sobre a mente humana e suas capacidades. Essas pesquisas vem tendo grande repercussao no mundo cientifico, academico e empresarial, porque as incertezas com relacao ao futuro das empresas e do emprego, as pressoes impostas as pessoas num mundo extremamente competitivo e globalizado e o estresse decorrente das megamudancas que estamos enfrentando na area tecnologica, fazem com que um melhor conhecimento da mente humana seja nao so necessario, mas urgente. Sera o ser humano capaz de suportar tantas incertezas em relacao ao futuro? Howard Gardner, por exemplo, afirma que, para vencer os desafios futuros, o ser humano tera que combinar cinco mentes ou categorias mentais: a mente disciplinada; a mente sintetizadora; a mente criadora; a mente respeitosa e a mente etica. E essas cinco mentes deverao ser superpostas numa mesma pessoa. Com excesso de informacao disponivel, a mente disciplinada precisa saber onde buscar o conhecimento necessario para vencer num mundo dinamico e instavel e ter disciplina cientifica nessa busca. Ja para organizar essa massa de informacao e separar o que e relevante do que nao seja util, deve atuar a mente sintetizadora. Para questionar, cismar, ir alem do presente e propor novas formas de ser e agir, a mente criadora e fundamental, sem ela nao ha inovacao. E para que a convivencia entre os seres humanos tenha um minimo de qualidade, Gardner aponta a mente respeitosa, que reconhece a diferenca entre as pessoas e respeita a individualidade, e a mente etica que da atencao a tudo o que se refere aos bons principios da honestidade, etica, moral e cidadania em seu sentido mais pleno. Ja Sharon Begley, em seu livro, fala do conceito de neuroplasticidade, ou a capacidade do cerebro em adaptar-se e remodelar-se. Utilizar essa capacidade pode ser a chave para o sucesso de qualquer pessoa no futuro, pois as pesquisas da decada de 1990 provaram que mesmo na idade adulta o cerebro continua a se desenvolver. Em seu livro, ela enfatiza o valor da meditacao e sua influencia sobre o cerebro. O que e importante - e esta e a razao de eu estar escrevendo esta mensagem sobre estes livros - e que, todos nos, independentemente da posicao que ocupemos ou da formacao, idade, sexo, religiao ou etnia que tenhamos, temos que aprender a reeducar nossas mentes para que consigamos sobreviver, com saude fisica e mental, aos desafios da mudanca que estamos experimentando nos dias de hoje e que sao absolutamente ineditos para a especie humana. Nunca, na historia da humanidade, tivemos um tempo com tantas mudancas radicais ocorrendo ao mesmo tempo. E as proximas decadas serao ainda mais desafiadoras. Attitudes: key to Health, Happiness & Longevity Attitudes: key to Health, Happiness & Longevity Living Longer, Psychology of HealthAn amazing new understanding
of aging that you can apply to your life to keep your youthful attitudes. The "use it or lose it" principle applies not only to your body but also to your mental attitudes. Blakeslee teaches you how to recognize critical moments in your life where using self-control for one second can have a profound effect on your future health and happiness. Scientifically-proven attitude tests have been found to predict your future health prospects to an amazing degree. These attitudes relate to happiness and having pleasure in your life. Feelings of pleasure and well being energize your immune system and make you live a longer and healthier life. Blakeslees web site www.attitudefactor.com has the tests in a format where the scores are calculated automatically and your health prospects are calculated based on a massive 5000 person 20 year experiment. Graphs of the correlation between attitude test scores and health status 21 years later show an amazing correlation. The highest scorers were 30 times more likely to be alive and well 21 years later!!
Centenarians say age is just a numberUpdated: 2012-09-06 09:17By Xu Wei in Chongqing and He Dan in Beijing (China Daily) Comments()PrintMailLarge Medium Small0He estimated that 90 percent of the "long life" areas are secluded, mountainous regions with poor infrastructure and scant contact with the outside world. Zhao believes that the centenarians' secluded lives have contributed greatly to their inner peace, "Some are illiterate and few realize the diversity of the world outside their own limited lives. I have visited a lot of them and many live in very poor housing. Despite that, they seem to be content with their lifestyles."A harmonious family relationship also seems to play a part in promoting long life:"If their (centenarians) sons or grandsons frequently aroused anger in them, it would be impossible for them to live so long," Zhao said.Luo Meizhen, 127, is believed to be the oldest person in China. Luo lives in Hechi city, Bama Yao autonomous county in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. This photo was taken two years ago. Liang Shaoen / XinhuaZhang Yincheng, aged 104, from Chongqing's Jiangjin district, learns how to use a cellphone. Liu Lanbo / for China DailyMembers of Xu's family said she "has a very good heart and is ready to share whatever she has with family members and neighbors".Xu has lived in the same dwelling, halfway up a mountain densely covered by forests, for almost 50 years and has always maintained a positive mental attitude, according to her son, 75-year-old Fu Maobing. "She always says that life today is much better than before," he said.Her diet is simple too, mainly comprising sweet potatoes and vegetables, although the old lady does have a particular fondness for white sugar.However, not all centenarians maintain a healthy diet, according to Zhao. "Some eat very fatty pork at each meal. Some drink alcohol every day and others even smoke. However, they all eat regularly and no one overeats. Moreover, they are all extremely hard working." Even at an advanced age many continue long-established routines, such as working in the fields and performing household chores.Zhao's observation was echoed by Zhang Tiemei, a deputy director of the Beijing Institute of Geriatric Medicine at Beijing Hospital and an expert in the study of diseases that afflict the elderly."The reasons for longevity are very complicated, and current studies have yet to fully uncover them all," Zhang noted. "But those who are long-lived do share common features, including a positive mental state and a lower than normal intake of calories," she said.Genetic makeupRegional longevity is the favored research topic of Yang Ze, also a deputy director at the BIGM at Beijing Hospital. Since 1997, Yang has focused on two counties in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, working on the premise that the centenarians' genetic makeup could be a key factor in their longevity.Yang's research has centered on the Bama Yao autonomous county, which has long had a reputation for producing the world's longest-lived residents. Even Time magazine commented on it in a 2003 feature, claiming that it was one of the world's top five areas for longevity.In April,
the county - population 250,000 - had 81 centenarians and 712 residents aged between 90 and 99, according to the local publicity bureau, and the ratio of centenarians is higher than in any other county or district in China.According to Yang's research, about half of the centenarians in Bama have a family history of longevity. "The gene pool is important. Our study shows about half of the centenarians in Bama inherited their longevity from their parents, or have siblings who are also long-lived," he noted.While studying the genes of local residents, Yang noticed that one - Apolipoprotein E - was prominent among local centenarians. The gene could be helping local oldsters to combat ailments associated with aging, such as senile dementia and cardiovascular disease, according to Yang.A separate study in the region's Yongfu county in Guilin city, also led Yang to a similar conclusion: "It's all to do with natural selection. In the poorer areas, people who could live with hunger and were immune to certain diseases survived and, over time, their genes were passed down generation by generation," he noted.Natural conditionsThe physical landscape can also have a positive effect on life span. Most of the areas of marked longevity identified by the Gerontological Society are located in South China, mainly along rivers or on the coast. By contrast, few areas in Northeast or Northwest China can boast a large number of centenarians."There must be an adequate supply of water and it must not be polluted," said Zhao, commenting on the factors that lead to extended life. "There must be a low rate of endemic disease and a low risk of other disease," he added.Meanwhile, the air in heavily forested regions is likely to include a large number of negative ions, which are known to "capture" airborne pollutants, a factor that could lead to a lower incidence of pulmonary and cardiovascular illnesses.Most areas where residents live measurably longer lives are at altitudes lower than 1,500 meters and are in temperate or subtropical climatic zones, said Wang Wuyi.Huang Magan, 107, is one of 87 centenarians in Bama Yao autonomous county in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, most of whom are able to care for themselves. Liang Shaoen / XinhuaMeanwhile, the composition of dietary minerals in the soil could be another contributory factor. An analysis of the composition of the soil, water and food sources in Bama, allied with a study of the hair of residents, provided more clues for Yang. The soil has a slightly higher amount of manganese and zinc than usual, but also contains a relatively lower level of copper and chromium. "A higher amount of manganese and zinc is good for the blood, while a lower level of copper and chromium is good for the heart," he noted.A similar study, conducted by Wang Wuyi in Guangxi's Yongfu county and Chongqing's Jiangjin district, found a high amount of selenium in the soil and water. While selenium salt is toxic in large volumes, trace amounts are believed to help in combating cancer.Official supervisionThe search to identify China's "Homes of Longevity" was part
of an attempt to regulate the use of the title, according to Zhao. "Before we started the certification process, some local authorities had already awarded themselves the title and we felt there was a need for official supervision," he said.In addition to the counties and districts that have been officially awarded the title, many more have applied for it.Zhao pointed out that being awarded the title may produce a range of profitable industries - including social welfare, foodstuffs, tourism and real estate - all of which might motivate local authorities to apply to become a "Home of Longevity"."A bag of rice might be only worth three yuan (50 US cents), but if it is produced at a home of longevity, it might suddenly be worth 30 yuan," he said. "For many of these secluded places, the title could help them alleviate poverty."In Bama, tourism brought revenue of 406 million yuan during the first five months of this year as the county received more than 643,000 visitors. Meanwhile, the title has made it a hot vacation destination for seniors nationwide, boosting the local real estate industry in the process.Future days?While there have been economic benefits, it remains to be seen how the centenarians' health will be affected. In recent years, Yang has monitored rises in blood pressure, blood fats and sugars among the centenarians of Bama, meaning that the risk of cardiovascular disease is higher than before."Many centenarians have moved to urban areas with their sons or grandsons. Some have changed their eating habits, and many like to eat fatty pork because they have lost their teeth," said Yang, who added that, although it will take time to assess the impact of these changes, they could be seen as an early warning sign.Yang has now decided to move his research from Bama to Yongfu county:"The changing environment is making research difficult. There are too many variables that could potentially influence the longevity of the residents," he said. "It is a totally different world in Bama, compared with 1997, when I first arrived. At that time, many people still went around barefoot and buffalos plowed the fields. Now everything is different. The simplicity and tranquility of rural life are being lost and the real estate industry is quickly transforming the county into an urban jungle.""Ecology is like a natural resource - once exhausted, it will never come back," he said.Huang Feifei in Nanning contributed to the story.Contact the reporters at xuwei@chinadaily.com.cn and hedan@chinadaily.com.cn
way to analyze the results of these different studies, they were able to show that optimism seemed to have a fairly remarkable impact on physical health. Whether an individual study looked at overall longevity, survival from a disease, heart health, immunity, cancer outcomes, pregnancy outcomes, pain tolerance, or another health topic, it seemed that those who had a more optimistic outlook performed better and had a better outcome than those who were pessimistic.The message is that having a positive attitude can boost your physical health, regardless of what might be ailing you. The researchers also noted that optimism seemed to have fairly consistent benefits for people regardless of demographic factors such as income level or overall health status.How to be more optimisticChanging yourself from a pessimistic person into an optimistic person isnt easy. Some approaches you can try to switch your mindset are to have positive thoughts about yourself and others and to stop comparing yourself to others in a competitive wayeach individual has unique and special talents that should be appreciated.Try to find the good in every situation, even at difficult moments. When facing a challenge, focus on achieving a positive outcome, rather than anticipating defeat.Other strategies that can lead to a more optimistic point of view include exploring your own beliefs about the meaning and purpose of life, whether they are philosophical or religious. Also, strive to improve your physical health through exercise, a healthy diet, and good sleeping habits and hygienethe better you feel, the brighter your outlook will be. Finally, challenge your mind every day by learning something new, including learning about yourself and your family history.Medical Reviewers:Nelson, Gail A., MS, APRN, BCnewMentor board-certified, academically affiliated clinician
Ola meninas!!Vamos entrar em 2014 com o pe direito? Faz muito tempo que nao atualizamos nosso blog e pedimos desculpas por isso. Foi um ano bem corrido aqui na academia com a saida de funcionarias, mudanca de endereco...e no fim acabamos perdendo o contato.Mas este ano tudo sera diferente e aqui estamos para reativar nosso amado blog!Temos muitas novidades, muita energia positiva pra compartilhar, uma academia novinha e bastante animacao.Vamos botar pra quebrar em 2014?Saude e alegria, ai vamos nos! Bom dia a todos! Faz tempo que nao atualizamos este blog, e que a correria aqui na academia esta demais. Final de ano e assim, muita gente se preparando para o verao, tem tambem nosso aniversario e este ano ainda inventamos mais uma "arte". Viemos aqui convidar a todos para a CAMINHADA DA MULHER, dia 18/12/2011, as 8h, na via M3, na EQNM 18/20 proximo ao Corpo de Bombeiros da Ceilandia.Vai ser lindo gente! A inscricao e 1kg de alimento nao perecivel e todo alimento que arrecadarmos sera doado a instituicoes e familias carentes daqui. No local, faremos sorteio de brindes, descontos e cortesias para quem participar. Vamos nos unir e ajudar quem precisa!! Entao nao esquece, dia 18/12 e dia de tirar o salto alto e colocar um tenis confortavel pra caminhar com a gente!La no facebook tem o evento com mais de 100 pessoas confirmadas: http://www.facebook.com/events/148737765225177/ Beeeeijos :) E MES DE FESTA JUNINA NA CURVES!!!PRIMEIRA SEMANA (DE 4 A 8/06):Gincana individual para escolher a rainha oficial do nosso arraial! Inscricoes na recepcao ate 08/06. *Primeira tarefa da gincana: A candidata tem que frequentar as 12 aulas do mes! Vale 5c$.*Segunda tarefa: Desenhar a sua bandeira de rainha! Vale 5 pontos!*Terceira tarefa: Queremos suas amigas. Traga telefones de amigas para convidarmos para conhecer a academia. Cada telefone vale 5 pontos. Se sua amiga fechar voce ainda ganha dez cashes!SEGUNDA SEMANA (DE 11 A 15/06):*Quarta: tarefa: Fazer uma carta de recomendacao da academia. Na carta voce devera dizer com suas palavras por que recomenda a Curves (se voce esta aqui e gosta, recomenda ne?): Se faz bem, se o horario e bom, o que acha do atendimento etc. As cartas serao expostas e as alunas votarao na melhor carta. A mais votada ganha 10 pontos, a segunda mais votada 5 pontos e as demais 3 pontos.*Quinta tarefa: A procura pelas amigas continua... Se voce nao trouxe os telefones na semana passada pode trazer ainda! Ah, nao tem mais amigas? Nao tem problema! Pode ser de amiga, da amiga da amiga, inimiga, vizinha, sogra, etc. Cada telefone vale 5pts e se a amiga fechar vale ainda mais 10C$.*Sexta tarefa: traga uma parodia sobre voce para cantar no circuito. Traga escrita e cante tambem. Vale 10 pontos.TERCEIRA SEMANA (DE 18 A 22/06):*Setima tarefa: Traga uma deliciosa receita de festa junina! Vale 3pontos. So uma receita por aluna.*Oitava tarefa: Traga uma amiga pra malhar com voce! Vale 10 pontos na gincana!*Nona tarefa: Traga uma redacao simples que conte como voce era antes de conhecer a Curves e como voce e hoje. Nela, voce vai mostrar
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