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Al Etihad
13-05-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion opens in Abu Dhabi
13 May 2025 12:03 ABU DHABI (WAM)The 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion began on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi under the theme 'Settings for Planetary Health and Wellbeing.'Co-hosted by the International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) and the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC), the conference will spotlight major global health four-day event will focus on real-world strategies to address global health threats, from non-communicable diseases and mental health to climate change and emergency a series of keynote speeches, high-level panels, workshops, and networking forums, the conference will bridge the gap between research and practice, offering fresh solutions to some of the most complex challenges facing communities event convenes more than 2,000 global leaders, including international experts, policymakers, decision-makers, and specialists in public health and health education from around the opening ceremony featured welcoming remarks from representatives of the organising bodies and participating international organisations. Speakers underscored the significance of this global gathering in facilitating knowledge exchange and enhancing international cooperation to address escalating health challenges.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The healthiest agers followed this diet, according to a sweeping 30 year longevity study
While there is no silver bullet for healthy aging, there are habits that can help you age well—especially when it comes to what you eat. In a 30-year study, researchers found that a certain diet was associated with healthy aging, defined as reaching the age of 70 without any major chronic health conditions, an intact memory, strong mental health, and the physical ability to move freely and climb stairs. Of the over 105,000 people studied, just one in ten were considered healthy agers—and they all had one thing in common: a diet rich in plant-based foods, low in highly processed foods, with a moderate intake of animal-based products. In the study, published last month in the journal Nature Medicine, researchers tracked how closely participants followed a slew of healthy diets. While adhering to any of the diets, including the Mediterranean and Planetary Health diets, increased the chances of healthy aging, the Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI) was the most influential in improving people's odds of maintaining strong mental and physical health at age 70. Those who adhered most strictly to the AHEI diet had an 86% higher chance of living to 70 without major chronic conditions compared to those who adhered to the diet the least. People who were the most loyal to the AHEI diet also had a 2.24 times greater chance of living healthfully at age 75 compared to those in the lowest quartile of adherence to the diet. This is especially relevant as 80% of older adults have more than one chronic condition, which increases the risk of early mortality. 'Our findings suggest that dietary patterns rich in plant-based foods, with moderate inclusion of healthy animal-based foods, may enhance overall healthy aging, guiding future dietary guidelines,' the researchers conclude. 'The AHEI was also the most strongly associated with maintaining intact physical function and mental health among individual healthy aging domains.' The AHEI diet, developed by Harvard scientists, was created to lower the risk of chronic conditions and emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and legumes. The diet limits intake of animal products and discourages highly processed and sweetened foods, such as juice. Previous research has shown the benefits of plant-based diets rich in whole foods, such as fruits, vegetables, and legumes. The residents of the world's blue zones, where people reportedly live the longest, are celebrated for eating a minimally processed diet. The 'three sisters,' or food staples, of the blue zone, Nicoya, Costa Rica, for example, are squash, corn, and beans. The study used data from the Nurses' Health Study and the Health Professionals Follow-up Study to track individuals between the ages of 39 and 69 over a 30-year period. It contributes to research on how diet influences not only how long you live, but also how long you live in optimal health. For more on aging and nutrition: The 4 foods that science says can help you live to 100 This dietician warns of one major issue with American diets. Here are her 4 tips to fix it An essential predictor of happiness is often overlooked, according to a global study This story was originally featured on
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The 4 foods that science says can help you live to 100
The scientifically backed lifestyle habits to help you live healthier for longer have stayed pretty consistent for a while now: exercising, getting sufficient sleep, limiting stress—and, of course, eating well. Now researchers reveal the four foods you should prioritize, as eating them could help you live a very long life. To narrow it down to the four, researchers in Spain examined two diets that take advice from the world's Blue Zones, cities that reportedly have the highest proportion of centenarians: the Mediterranean diet and the Planetary Health diet. Both approaches support a high intake of foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts—and a moderate intake of dairy and meat (although the lesser-known Planetary Health diet, established by scientists in 2019 with a focus on environmental sustainability, places a higher proportion size on plant-based protein alternatives like beans over meat). 'Higher adherence to both diets was similarly associated with lower all-cause mortality and with comparable low environmental impact, highlighting the substantial health and planetary advantages of adopting one of these plant-based diets,' Dr. Mercedes Sotos Prieto, lead author of the new study from the Autonomous University of Madrid in Spain, said in a press release about the results. The study followed nearly 11,500 people recruited between 2008 and 2010 and followed up about 14 years later to assess the relationship between diet and survival rates. Now the authors are calling out four food groups—staples of both diets—that they believe are most important when it comes to longevity and health span. Fruits are a cornerstone of both the Mediterranean and Planetary Health diets. They provide key nutrients, like vitamin C and A, and antioxidants, which help support immune health and reduce inflammation and cell damage. One study found snacking on fruit instead of a packaged alternative also made people feel less stressed. Liz Weinandy, a registered dietitian at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, previously told Fortune that vitamin C can protect our brain. The Mediterranean diet recommends eating two to three portions of all types of fruits each day to digest a range of nutrients. The Planetary Health diet recommends at least five servings of both fruits and vegetables per day. While dairy makes up a smaller portion of both diets, it was still associated with those who lived longer, per the study. The two diets specify the importance of low-fat or no-fat cheese and yogurts, like low-fat Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Rich in calcium and vitamin D, dairy products support bone health. Dairy can help people feel full and be a good source of protein, helping to support age-related muscle loss. A small five-ounce cup of yogurt typically contains between 10 and 15 grams of protein (you need about 1.2 to two grams of protein per kilogram of body weight). Fermented dairy products like kefir are also rich in probiotics and can support a healthy gut. Unsaturated oils, like olive and avocado oils, are a significant part of both diets. They can help support healthy cholesterol levels and support the brain. 'There is some evidence that a Mediterranean diet rich in virgin olive oil may help the body remove excess cholesterol from arteries and keep blood vessels open,' according to the American Heart Association. A handful of nuts has always been a great snack—and for good reason. Nuts contain healthy fats that can support heart health and reduce inflammation, are rich in fiber and protein to keep people satiated, and are high in omega-3s to support brain health (especially walnuts). 'Find the ingredients you love,' Dan Buettner, founder of the Blue Zones LLC, who has studied the diets of the longest-living humans, previously told Fortune. 'And if you can learn how to combine them to make something delicious, you're on your way to eating to 100.' More on nutrition: This dietician warns of one major issue with American diets. Here are her 4 tips to fix it 5 health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, according to science Eating your meals at these exact times could boost your energy levels and prevent chronic disease This story was originally featured on
