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No matter the age, we often hear about the importance of eating right, exercising and getting enough vitamins and minerals to be healthy. However, the vast amount of information on what types of exercises we should do, food we should eat or supplements our bodies need can be confusing.

Is there a correct path we should follow for a long and healthy life? An Italian longevity expert believes he has the answer, according to The New York Times.

According to the Healthy Longevity Clinic, longevity means a long duration of a healthy life. This includes:

Valter Longo, an Italian professor of gerontology and director of the U.S.C. Longeviy Institute in California and past rock guitarist, obsesses over longevity, per The New York Times.

Longo told The New York Times, I want to live to 120, 130. It really makes you paranoid now because everybodys like, Yeah, of course you got at least to get to 100. You dont realize how hard it is to get to 100.

Researchers specializing in human longevity assert that the foundation for living past 100 years lies within an individuals DNA, which encompasses the genetic inheritance passed down from their parents, per The Washington Post.

S. Jay Olshansky, a professor of public health at the University of Illinois at Chicago told The Washington Post, You cant make it out that far without having already won the genetic lottery at birth.

Besides genetics, The Washington Post says environment, lifestyle and location matter too. Ask yourself these questions:

Longo, who is also currently working on identifying genes that regulate aging, advocates for a diet he terms The Longevity Diet in his new book. He believes that this diet, characterized by the Lite Italian diet and faux fasting, is the way to reach 100 years, per The New York Times.

Lite Italian is similar to the Mediterranean diet. However, Longo notes the diet should be pescatarian, or fish heavy, with legumes.

Per Cleveland Clinic, a traditional Mediterranean diet includes:

According to The Celiac MD, faux fasting effectively fools the body into believing it is undergoing a fast while still permitting some food consumption. A fasting-mimicking diet seeks to harness the advantages of fasting while mitigating the associated difficulties, including hunger, fatigue and headaches.

What food should you eat while faux fasting? Longo developed a plant and nut-based diet supplemented with kale crackers and other supplements.

According to Longo, this dietary approach enables cells to rid themselves of harmful components and rejuvenate, all without the adverse effects of fasting and starvation, per The New York Times.

His recent study, published in Nature Communications, found that individuals who did periodic cycles of faux fasting reduced insulin resistance, pre-diabetes markers and immune system age all indicating reduced biological age.

Before trying a new diet, consult with your doctor about how it might affect you.

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A 450-pound alligator who lived behind a former Florida Coca-Cola plant was moved from his current habitation and put on a diet to lose some weight, according to a Croc Encounters Reptile Park and Alligator Farm Facebook announcement.

On Friday the 9-foot alligator aptly named Coca-Cola was removed from Temple Terrace, Fla., after neighbors expressed concern about a damaged fence near the pond the reptile was residing in, Croc Encounters' Karina Paner confirms with PEOPLE.

Karina tells PEOPLE that Coca-Cola was "well over" the standard size of a 9-foot alligator, confirming that an animal that size is "typically around maybe 200 pounds."

Although some neighbors would illegally feed him chicken and a few too many hams, said Croc Encounters Director John Paner, some grew concerned when the fencing fell apart.

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"We have children that run all over this place and they're wonderful. They're the cutest kids, but I could see them getting in trouble. I could see them crawling through there," resident Catherine Burton said of the hole no longer separating the animal from the public, per Fox 13.

Once people start feeding alligators they become a nuisance by no fault of their own and must be removed from the wild as they begin to approach people for food, read the Croc Encounters statement.

Along with feeding the wild animal, Karina explains that he was in a "small area." The reptile "was not able to really move around as much as maybe a wild alligator that's going out hunting for their food," says Karina. "So all those things contribute to an alligator becoming overweight, like he is."

But after his presence was reported, residents were worried Coca-Cola would be killed.

"We had several phone calls from people in the neighborhood asking what can we do. We told them that wed be willing to take him, but it all has to go through the legal channels, John told Fox 13. They wanted him not to be killed so I guess things worked out for him.

"I don't want no harm happening to him. He's really part of the Temple Terrace community," said one resident, Sarah Lanyos, per Fox 13.

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Coca-Cola was captured by Greg Pollock. Karina tells PEOPLE that the animal was then "immediately" taken to Croc Encounters, and veterinarians agreed to put the 450-pound animal on a diet. "Hes very overweight. Hes got to slim down. It's unhealthy, John told Fox 13.

"That's a little heavy for that animal," John told WFLA-TV.

"All of our alligators get a mix of pellet diet," John said of the animals new and more appropriate diet. "We'll also feed fish, we also feed chicken, we'll do that on a regular basis, and hopefully he'll slim down a bit."

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission advises people to keep a safe distance from alligators and swim in designated areas during daytime hours.

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Without sodium, you wouldnt be able to survive. Nerves would fail to fire; muscles wouldnt contract. But experts say that most people consume far too much of it, increasing their risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.

In the United States, for instance, about 95 percent of men and 77 percent of women consume more than 2,300 milligrams per day, a limit federal health officials recommend.

But in recent decades, researchers have disagreed about exactly how much sodium is too much, with some suggesting that federal guidelines are too strict. Those reports captured our attention and left many people confused, said Dr. Lawrence Appel, a professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

But more recent research has clarified some of that murkiness, Dr. Appel said. We asked him and other experts to help set the record straight.

Scientific studies from the last 50 years or so have shown a clear pattern: The more salt we eat, the higher our blood pressure goes, said Cheryl Anderson, a professor of public health at the University of California, San Diego.

In a 2021 review of 85 clinical trials, for example, scientists looked at what happened to peoples blood pressure when they consumed 400 to 7,600 milligrams of sodium per day. As their consumption increased, the researchers reported, so did their blood pressure. The effect was strongest for people who already had high blood pressure, but the researchers also saw it in people who didnt.

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It looks like the 22-day vegan diet Beyonc embarked upon with hubby Jay Z to commemorate his 44th birthday (were pretty sure theres something Illuminati-esque in those numbers) finally ended, as the couple celebrated New Years in Miami and indulged in a seafood meal atSeasalt & Pepper, where chef Alfredo Alvarez created a series of special pescaterian delights for the pair.

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To break veg-edge, they went big: the couple indulged in black cod casserole, tuna and salmon tartare, tuna sashimi, octopus planche and lobster risotto. For dessert, they enjoyed avocado ice cream.

The couple had initially gone vegan as a sort of spiritual and physical cleanse,explained Jay, who said hed already switched to a vegan breakfast regimen.Previously Jay Z had said that he might try to stick with a plant-based diet, even after the 22-day challenge was over. I dont know what happens after Christmas. A semi-vegan, a full plant-based diet? Or just a spiritual and physical challenge? he wrote, though we had a feeling Beyonc wasnt quite as convinced.

Throughout the vegan experiment, she was spotted in leather, fur, and even pizza-themed clothing, which many interpreted as a silent protest against a meat- and dairy-free diet.

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Prior to going plant-based, my diet consisted mostly of fatty, fried fast food I could quickly grab on my lunch breaks. Dinner was anything I could cook up quickly, always with some form of animal protein as the main course.

On December 24, 2021, I had an appointment with a hepatologist, arranged by my primary care physician after blood work revealed that my liver enzymes were in the cosmic range. The hepatologist ordered more tests, the results of which showed that I had non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), likely the result of a nasty gene in my family: alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Imaging showed a median liver stiffness score of 13.2, which indicated severe fibrosis/cirrhosis.

I was also obese, weighing 184 pounds; had Type 2 diabetes, with an A1C (a measure of average blood sugar) of 7; and had high cholesterol. The doctor told me that if I did not change my diet and sedentary lifestyle, I would be a candidate for a liver transplant within three to six years. Well, that was a lovely Christmas present!

When I told one of my stepdaughters the news, she told me to watch the Forks Over Knives documentary. So I didthree times. After that, I immediately became a vegan. My focus was on repairing and keeping my liver healthy. I was pleasantly surprised when, a few weeks into my new diet, I found myself losing weight.

As for my liver, I went for another checkup in April 2022, and imaging showed a much improved liver stiffness score, of 4.3. Imaging in March 2023 showed a liver stiffness score of 3.7. And my most recent imaging, in January 2024, showed liver stiffness of 2.7, which indicates no significant fibrosis, or normal/inflammation.

Its been more than two years since I adopted a healthy vegan diet. Along the way, I have lost 35 pounds (I need to buy a new wardrobe!) and reversed my diabetes, with my most recent blood work showing an A1C of 5.6 (normal). Ive lowered my cholesterol to the normal range, as well. And I did it all with a plant-based dietwhich, by the way, is delicious!

Because I have never met a vegetable or spice that I dont like, I have really enjoyed making stews and soups with spices from North Africa, India, Asia, and Central America. There are some really great vegan cookbooks out there (including those from Forks Over Knives).

To minimize my exposure to toxic chemicals, I also stopped coloring my hair, as you can see from the photos. I actually like the silver look better than the dark brown!

I am so very grateful to my stepdaughter for telling me to watch Forks Over Knives. I no longer live in fear of liver failure, transplant surgery, or having to take immunosuppressant drugs for the remainder of my life. I tell everyone who asks how I did it to watch Forks Over Knives. For me, food is medicineso, as a dear friend says, I am self-medicating!

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Recently there has been a flood of new TV and streaming shows dealing with nutrition and health matters.

The Netflix series You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment reignited the debate about which diet is best. This documentary series presents itself as a comprehensive investigation into the effects of vegan versus omnivorous diets, and is based on nutritional studies conducted on fraternal and identical twins, which controls for genetic factors.

An article published by Dr. Peter Attia examined the subject in depth. The study, which appeared in the series, recruited pairs of fraternal and identical twins who were randomly assigned so that one received a vegan diet while the other received an omnivorous diet, for eight weeks.

Both groups underwent comprehensive monitoring of dietary adherence and measures of metabolic health throughout the study period. The results indicated a decrease in LDL cholesterol levels and a decrease in body weight among the participants who ate a vegan diet compared to those who ate an omnivorous diet.

First, participants reported lower satisfaction with the vegan diet, which raises concerns that in the longer term, people will find it difficult to stick to this diet (the study only lasted eight weeks). In addition, the study did not isolate specific nutritional variables such as total calorie consumption and consumption of proteins, fats, and essential carbohydrates for an accurate comparison between the study groups.

A fundamental flaw in the research that was carried out was that there was no control over key nutritional factors between the group of vegans and the group of omnivores. It turns out that the calorie intake and the saturated fats was significantly different between the groups, with the vegan group unintentionally receiving a diet that was more limited in calories and with a lower amount of saturated fat. This fundamental flaw calls into question all the conclusions of the study regarding the health benefits of the vegan diet, because it is not clear whether this is due to the vegan diet itself or simply from the calorie restriction.

Research based on an arbitrary division of diets into plant-based versus animal-based diets ignores the complexity that exists within these groups. Mushrooms and yeast, for example, are closer to the animal kingdom than to the plant kingdom, so why are they allowed in the vegan diet? And what about bacteria found in pickled vegetables or seaweed, which are not close to either the plant or animal kingdom? The distinction between a plant-based diet and an animal-based diet is scientifically unfounded, since it ignores the varied nutritional profiles in each group. Instead of focusing on the source of the food, the effects of different diets should be evaluated based on their chemical composition.

While we have ruled out the scientific basis of the research published in the series, it should not be ignored that for certain people there can be a potential benefit to a plant-based diet. Factors such as environmental influence, religious beliefs, and animal welfare may influence their choices beyond purely health considerations. However, these motivations should not overshadow the need for rigorous scientific investigation of dietary interventions.

In conclusion, the documentary series that recently appeared on Netflix promoting plant-based diets does not provide reliable scientific evidence. Despite the series study's attempt to control for genetic factors, its flawed design compromises its validity.

Unlike trying to divide diets into different types in a simplistic way like the one performed in the study in this series, future studies should be based on comprehensive dietary assessments to provide evidence-based dietary recommendations. Ultimately, while entertainment has a place in our lives, it should not be mistaken for rigorous scientific research from which conclusions can be drawn.

Dr. Dalit Dariman-Medina is an expert in family medicine and integrative and functional medicine

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Dental problems have tormented humans for ages, but the recent discovery and analysis of two 4,000-year-old teeth reveal how the bacteria populating our mouths have changed over time. The teeth, found in a limestone cave in Killuragh, County Limerick, Ireland, along with other skeletal remains, have helped researchers piece together a timeline of oral health. Their findings have been published in a new paper released in Molecular Biology and Evolution.

Although fossilized teeth and their DNA are often well-preserved and highly valued by archaeologists, its rare to come across full genomes from oral bacteria in teeth predating the Medieval era. As a result, it has been difficult to discern the extent of oral health throughout history, including the dietary changes that played important roles. However, the two teeth from the limestone cave both belonging to the same Bronze Age man have now supplied researchers with a deeper understanding of ancient oral microbiomes.

The sampled teeth didnt exhibit signs of caries (another term for tooth decay), but one had an ample amount of S. mutans, a type of bacteria that is considered the main cause of cavities. This stood out to the researchers because S. mutans is rarely observed in the ancient genomic record. Its absence could be explained by its tendency to produce acid that not only causes tooth decay but also breaks down DNA and prevents plaque from mineralizing.

We were very surprised to see such a large abundance of mutans in this 4,000-year-old tooth, says Lara Cassidy, an assistant professor at Trinity College Dublin and senior author of the study. It is a remarkably rare find and suggests this man was at high risk of developing cavities right before his death.

Researchers think the cave's cool, dry, and alkaline conditions may have preserved the S. mutans DNA so well. They also believe, though, that the substantial presence of S. mutans could signify an instance of dysbiosis or an imbalance in bacterial composition; while S. mutans DNA was abundant in the tooth sample, other streptococcal species were not present, meaning S. mutans had outcompeted them.

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The study seems to reinforce the idea that the microbiomes of our ancient ancestors were more diverse than our own microbiomes. This is supported by the researchers reconstruction of two genomes of T. forsythia another bacterial species involved in gum disease that were found to vastly differ from one another.

These strains from a single ancient mouth were more genetically different from one another than any pair of modern strains in our dataset, despite these modern samples deriving from Europe, Japan, and the USA, says Iseult Jackson, a Ph.D. candidate and first author of the study. This is interesting because a loss of biodiversity can have negative impacts on the oral environment and human health.

According to the researchers, the reconstructed genomes of both T. forsythia and S. mutans reflect considerable changes in the oral microenvironment over the last 750 years. Contrasting with the diversity of T. forsythia strains in ancient times, just one lineage of the bacteria has prevailed in recent centuries by attaining a genetic advantage over other strains.

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S. mutans also underwent lineage expansion and changes in gene content that occurred when sugar became a popular mainstay of the human diet after 1500 A.D., the beginning of the early modern period. Today, populations of S. mutans are more diverse than T. forsythia.

S. mutans is very adept at swapping genetic material across strains, says Cassidy. This allows an advantageous innovation to be spread across mutans lineages, rather than one lineage becoming dominant and replacing all others.

The changes in both bacteria over time ultimately present a clearer vision of oral health from the past to the present. It seems that our love of sugar, in large part, has driven the transformation of our mouths' microbiomes.

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As you age, maintaining a healthy weight becomes increasingly important for your overall health and well-being. However, finding the right diet can be challengingespecially with the abundance of options available. For seniors looking to shed excess pounds safely and effectively, it's essential to choose a diet that not only promotes weight loss but also supports optimal nutrition. In this article, we'll explore five of the best weight-loss diets for seniors, focusing on nutrient-dense foods, balanced meals, and sustainable lifestyle changes.

Keep reading to learn all about the best weight-loss diets for seniors. And when you're finished, be sure to check out The #1 Best Breakfast Food To Buy at Costco for Weight Loss.

The first of the best weight-loss diets for seniors is the Mediterranean diet. This eating plan is all about consuming whole foods like fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts, seeds, beans, and olive oil. These foods are full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which are good for fighting off aging effects, like inflammation. This diet is also great for your heart because it includes lots of healthy fats and omega-3s from olive oil and fish. These fats can help lower your risk of heart disease, which is important as you get older.

However, it's important to note that the Mediterranean diet isn't just for losing weight. It's also about staying healthy as you age. The nutrients and antioxidants in this diet can protect against diseases like cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. So, by following the Mediterranean diet, seniors can lose weight and improve their quality of life.

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The DASH diet, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, is an excellent choice for seniors looking to lose weight due to its emphasis on whole foods and balanced nutrition. Like the Mediterranean diet, this diet encourages the consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products, all of which are rich in essential nutrients while being lower in calories.

So, what sets the DASH diet apart from the Mediterranean diet? The DASH diet is stricter about cutting down on red meat, added sodium, and sugary treats. It focuses more on lean proteins and limits added sugars. Plus, it helps with portion control by giving clear suggestions on how much of each food group to eat every day. Following these suggestions helps people make sure they're getting the nutrients they need without eating too many calories. And, importantly, the DASH diet has been shown to lower blood pressure and improve heart health, which is super important for older individuals.

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The plant-based diet is great for seniors who want to lose weight, because it focuses on eating lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and beans, and eliminating animal products. How does this translate to weight loss? Plant foods are lower in calories and have more fiber than animal products, which helps you feel full. Plus, plant-based foods are full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can lower the risk of diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, which are common in older adults. 6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

However, because seniors are at risk for muscle loss, an emphasis on consuming plant-based proteins is crucial. Plant-based proteins, like those found in beans, lentils, tofu, and nuts, can be a big help in maintaining muscle mass.

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The flexitarian diet is all about flexibility. It's mostly plant-based, which means you eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. But unlike a strict plant-based diet, you can also enjoy meat and other animal products in moderation.

By focusing more on plant foods, you naturally reduce your intake of high-calorie and unhealthy fats, which can support weight-loss efforts. Additionally, the flexitarian diet has been linked with lower risks of heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers, which means it's a smart choice for overall health and well-being. This diet allows you to enjoy a wide variety of foods while providing the nutrients your body needs, making it a flexible and balanced approach to eating for seniors.

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This list of the best weight-loss diets for seniors wraps up with the volumetrics diet. This eating plan is all about eating foods that are low in calories but high in volume, like fruits, veggies, and broth-based soups. These foods help you feel full and satisfied without packing on extra calories. It's great for seniors who want to lose weight because it allows them to eat a lot of food without going overboard on calories. Plus, it's easy on the joints and can help manage conditions like arthritis. So, if you're a senior looking to shed some pounds, the volumetrics diet might be just the ticket!

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South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is among 21 top state prosecutors whove signed a letter urging Congress to close the loophole that created the diet weed industry as they craft the next farm bill.

State Senate votes to back stricter version of ban on sale of diet weed

Hemp-derived cannabis equivalents became legal with the passage of the 2018 farm bill, which legalized the cultivation of hemp as long as the plants contain less than .3 % THC. That chemical compound creates the high experienced by marijuana users, and is typically present only in lower levels in hemp.

Entrepreneurs, however, quickly began to concentrate and even synthesize the chemical cousins of THC found in the hemp plant. The resulting products, sold under names like Delta-8 or Delta-10, are widely available across the U.S. in smoke shops and convenience stores, though some states have banned them.

South Dakota lawmakers passed a bill barring their sale but not their possession or use during the 2024 legislative session. The bill becomes law on July 1.

The letter from the bipartisan group of attorneys general, addressed to the heads of the Senate and House of Representatives agriculture committees, argues that Congress ought to fix the problem it unwittingly created. The next farm bill, they said, should clarify that legalized hemp does not legalize hemp-derived intoxicants.

Regardless of your Committees intentions, the reality is that (the 2018 farm bill) has unleashed on our states a flood of products that are nothing less than a more potent form of cannabis, the letter says.

A press release from Jackleys office notes that mislabeled products have led to emergency room visits in other states. Many of the products appeal to those younger than 21, he said, such as gummy candies or chocolates that ape the marketing of established consumer brands.

Illicit suppliers are stealing legitimate brand names and packaging harmful and dangerous products as candy, snacks, and cereal, Jackley said in the news release. These copycat hemp products put people, especially children, at risk. They also jeopardize lawful hemp production for agricultural purposes here in South Dakota.

In an interview with South Dakota Searchlight, Jackley said a federal solution is necessary to offer confidence and certainty to hemp growers and retailers of non-intoxicating CBD health products while protecting the public from unregulated sellers of cannabis-like products.

South Dakota leads the nation in hemp production.

If South Dakota has different rules from North Dakota, thats a problem for hemp growers, Jackley said.

The other state attorneys general who signed the letter are from Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington.

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