In this month’s Newsletter we talk about who is living the longest, how they are making it happen, and how soy can play a role in helping you achieve a long and healthy life. |
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 For the first time in history the government reports that life expectancy in the United States now surpasses 78 years. Although trailing 30 other countries in life span, and in the midst of an overweight/obesity epidemic, the jump in life expectancy in the U.S. is good news! While slowly gaining in life expectancy, the U.S. is still well behind the Japanese. Like so many Japanese centenarians, is it possible for us to reach the ripe old age of 100? More importantly, is it possible to reach the benchmark and still be in good physical and mental health? Not only is it possible, it’s becoming more probable all the time! Japan still leads the charts in life expectancy which is 83 years for children born in 2006, and Okinawa boasts some of the longest living people in the world. So how do the Japanese keep doing it? As the number of Japanese centenarians stays strong, most experts attribute this amazing feat to their diet. While many theories have been considered in the long-life expectancy of these vibrant people, the most common theory remains centered on the traditional Japanese diet of fish, rice and soy products. The observation of long life in Japan has led many researchers to focus on the health benefits of soy, because soy foods are a primary protein source in many Asian countries where life expectancies are high. Soy is the only plant that contains protein equal in quality to all animal proteins (such as those found in meats, dairy products, and eggs). Many studies have been done on the secret of living to a ripe old age, and there are many variables that scientists have studied in their research. While some issues in living to be 100 are not so clear, like the role of genetics, there are many that stand out as an important to consider if you’d like to live a long and healthy life. It seems that the most important things to do if you want long life have to do with lifestyle itself, and the reason many people won’t live a long life is that they won’t discipline themselves to make the sometimes challenging lifestyle changes that are necessary. Most studies indicate that it will take a combination of biological, psychological, and sociological characteristics to reach the age of 100. Here is a quick checklist that may help you make it to 100. First, change your diet into a low fat, high protein diet with plenty of soy foods. Next, stay active both mentally and physically. Most centenarians exercise every day! Centenarians also challenge themselves mentally. Your brain is a muscle, so make sure you use it. Many studies indicate that married people live longer, so stay married. Maintain your recommended weight. In other words, lose the excess weight. Being overweight nullifies your chances of long life, and will create even more problems as you age. Don’t drink alcohol, or do so in moderation. Don’t smoke at all. Pray that you have a good genetic inheritance because long life seems to run in the family. Eliminate unnecessary stress. Find satisfying, meaningful work. If you're retired, find something to do that gives you purpose. Develop and practice an active social life with friends and loved ones. Eliminate the clutter in your life. In other words, live a simple life free of the traps of stress and materialism. At Genisoy our goal is for you to enjoy health and happiness. And while you may not reach the amazing age of 100, you can still enjoy a long and happy life! Read more about how soy can help you live a healthier life at http://www.genisoy.com/articles/. For more information please contact us toll free at 1-866-606-3829 with any questions or comments, or email us at contactgenisoy@genisoy.com. And please continue to enjoy www.genisoy.com, where you can order all of your favorite Genisoy products quickly and easily. |
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It’s no secret that Genistein, an isoflavone, is found in high concentrations in soybean products. One study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, reveals that soy products, in addition to the many other health benefits soy offers, may now actually build bone density. This two-year research study was funded by the Italian Ministry of Education and the University of Messina, Italy. What researchers found was that Genistein worked better than placebo pills at building bone mineral density in a group of older, postmenopausal Italian women. After two years there was a clear difference between the bone density levels of the test group which was made up of 389 women ages 49 to 67. Those taking the placebo had much less bone density than those taking the actual Genistein. Now, experts who are studying the benefits of soy are hoping it will build bone without the adverse side effects of hormone replacement therapy, which include increased risk of heart disease and certain cancers. |
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Japan’s Tomoji Tanabe, the world’s oldest verified man, is dead set on living! At 113, this Japanese man eats right, doesn’t drink or smoke, and keeps a daily diary. “I don’t want to die,” Tanabe says. And the way it looks he could be around for a long time to come! It appears to be no coincidence that many of the oldest people in the world are also from Japan. In fact, the number of Japanese centenarians has almost quadrupled in the last decade, and most experts attribute this amazing feat to their diet. Here at Genisoy our goal is for you to stick around for awhile too! And while you may not reach the amazing age of 113, you can still enjoy a long life of health and happiness. 
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