Tips for Living Longer

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Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

A healthy diet is an essential component of a lifestyle for longevity. The USDA recommends that adults eat between two and three cups of vegetables and between one and one half to two cups of fruit daily. Choose from the wide variety of available produce and maybe, even try something new and exotic. Be sure to include green leafy vegetables, which are a good source of vitamins and minerals.

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“Genes load the gun, environment pulls the trigger,” states Francis S. Collins, M.D., PhD, Director of the National Institutes of Health. What is the secret to longevity? For the first time, research indicates that there are specific genetic variations that can provide a person with an usually long life. However, the importance of a healthy lifestyle and environmental factors should not be overlooked. Here are ten resolutions that you should keep if you want to live longer.