Eat On Time Every 19.00, Can Extend Life

Dream - Implementing a healthy lifestyle has long-term effects. Lifestyle factors such as regular exercise, duration of sleep, types of food consumed, and consistent meal times are important for health and even affect lifespan.

A recent study published in the Journal Frontiers in Nutrition revealed that those who have dinner earlier will live longer. This study focused on L'Aquila, a province in Abruzzo, Italy. The study used a high population of nonagenarians, people aged between 90 and 99, and centenarians, people aged 100 years.

When surveying 68 nonagenarians and centenarians in the region, researchers found that on average, most of them have dinner earlier, usually around 19:13 every night.

The researchers also noted that the group followed a strict calorie regimen. They maintained low-calorie intake for 17.5 hours from dinner until lunch the next day. 

The respondents generally consumed cereals, vegetables, fruits, and nuts in high amounts. On the other hand, they consumed meat, processed meat, eggs, and sweets in small amounts. In addition, they also remained physically active by doing their own maintenance on their land.

"Our findings support the importance of daily calorie restriction, inhibiting postprandial nocturnal stress, and optimizing metabolic response, associated with high consumption of plant-based foods and physical activity for the long lifespan of centenarians from Abruzzo," the scientists said.

Maybe it can be imitated by Sahabat Dream, for a long life.

Report by Hany Puspita Sari/ Source: Martha Stewart

Benefits of Regularly Eating Dates for Breaking the Fast Following the Prophet's Sunnah

Dream  - Dates are often served during Ramadan as a dish for breaking the fast and suhoor. The sugar content in dates is known to provide energy to the body.

Usually, dates are consumed in odd numbers to follow the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad and prevent fatigue while fasting.

Eating dates has been proven to have various health benefits for various organs in the body. According to Healthline, here are various benefits of dates for body health.

Nutrient Content and High in Fiber

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Dates contain calories, carbohydrates, protein, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B6 that can fulfill the body's nutritional needs. The fiber in dates is also quite high and beneficial for digestive health to prevent constipation and blood sugar spikes.

High in Antioxidants

The antioxidants in dates such as flavonoids, carotenoids, and phenolic acids can prevent various diseases.

Flavonoids can reduce inflammation, carotenoids have been shown to improve heart health and eye disorders, while phenolic acids are claimed to reduce the risk of cancer.

Improving Brain Health

Eating dates can help improve brain function such as long-term memory and prevent anxiety. Dates can reduce inflammation and prevent the formation of plaques in the brain, reducing the potential for Alzheimer's disease.

Improving Bone Health

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Dates contain phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, and other types of minerals. These contents can maintain bone health, especially in preventing osteoporosis.

Assisting Weight Loss

Sahabat Dream can make dates a healthy snack when trying to lose weight. The fiber and protein content in dates can make you feel full longer, but still control the amount consumed to maintain calorie intake.

Facilitating the Labor Process

Dates contain oxytocin which can trigger labor contractions. The tannin content in dates can also trigger natural contractions and make the body more energetic during labor.

Report: Hany Puspita Sari