Friday, November 8th, 2024

How to live for 100 years? America’s oldest woman told the secret of long life


The elders of the house always give blessings to live a long life. It is an important part of Indian civilization. But in today’s time, cases of untimely death are increasing very rapidly. At an early age, a person becomes victim of a fatal disease or an accident. In such a situation, living for 100 years is like a dream.

But there are many people in the world who are still living a healthy life for decades. One of them is Houston-based Elizabeth Francis, who is now America’s oldest living woman. he/she recently celebrated his/her 115th birthday. Francis has been given this honor after the death of Eddie Checcarelli in February at the age of 116.

Not only this, according to LongevityQuest Organization (Ref), which keeps information about the world’s oldest people, Frances is also the fourth oldest living woman in the world. (Photo- LongeviQuest)

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Francis’ mantra for long life

When Francis was asked the secret of his/her long life, he/she said, ‘Speak out your opinion and do not remain silent. Ben Meyers, who is the CEO of LongevityQuest, told The Washington Post that his/her philosophy is very important for living life openly. Apart from this he/she also advised that ‘Do whatever good you can and love everyone.’
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Genes are also responsible for longevity

Genes are also responsible for longevity

Francis’s granddaughter Ethel Harrison told Today.com that her genes may be a major reason for her longevity. his/her sister lived to be 106 years old and his/her father died at the age of 99. Not only this, his/her daughter Dorothy Williams is 95 years old.

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never ate outside food

never ate outside food

Nowadays, most of the people have become accustomed to eating fast food, which is prepared by processing extra sugar, salt and flour. There is no doubt that it is tasty, but eating it is very bad from health point of view. ABC 13 asked Francis what she ate and she said, “Everything.” But Harrison said his/her grandmother always grew vegetables in her garden. She has never been to a fast food restaurant.
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It is important to stay away from drugs

It is important to stay away from drugs

If you want to live a long life then stay away from any kind of addiction. The reason for Francis’ long life is that he/she neither smoked cigarettes nor touched alcohol. So much so that she always traveled by public transport or walked.
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The doctor told what was necessary

The doctor told what was necessary

Geriatric physician Dr. Holly Holmes says that Francis has lived life in the right way. he/she believes that factors like stress management, good sleep, healthy diet, regular exercise and avoiding smoking help a person live longer.
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