Secrets to Longevity - by Brent DOdge

According to 8 decades of research, newly compiled information may be giving us new clues on improving longevity. Surprisingly, they say finding an activity you enjoy doing is more important than simply working out a gym.

Interesting. Having consistently worked out hard for the past 6 years (generally for short periods of time, say 5 to 15 minutes per day), I’ve discovered it’s an activity I love. And, since I’m always a little stressed, perhaps I’ve got some of the tell-tale signs to live happily into my 80s. Throw in a little broccoli, and I think I’ll be good to go.

Great information. Check it out. . .

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Secrets to Longevity: It’s Not All About Broccoli
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To live a long life, we’ve been told, eat well, exercise and manage stress. Now an eight-decade study indicates that’s only part of the equation. Health scientists Howard Friedman and Leslie Martin explain how factors such as social connections, personality and marriage affect long-term health in The Longevity Project.

Friedman and Martin drew upon the work of Stanford University psychologist Lewis Terman, who began studying intellectual leadership in 1921.

For the rest of this intriguing article published online at NPR, click here.