07/31/2026
Forever younger?
We are what we eat, which is good news because it means we have the power. We could expect that changing from a typical diet to a more optimized way of eating starting at age 20 would increase the lifespan of women by about 11 years and men by 13. Now, for those who aren’t 20 anymore, not to worry. Starting to eat more healthfully at age 60 could still add 8 or 9 more years to your lifespan. Even beginning to optimize your diet as late as age 80 could add years!
Eating more legumes— more beans, split peas, chickpeas, and lentils—may give us the largest life expectancy gains. So, if you do only one thing, eat legumes for longevity. But why stop there? Add more whole grains and nuts, and eat less meat.
Changing your health destiny and longevity can start at your next meal.
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