Age is not just a
chronological measurement; it is the rate at which the primary internal
guardians of health - your cardiovascular and immune systems -
decline.
Did you know that there is no
significant cellular difference between an adult and baby whale? The
adult whale suffers no cellular degeneration as it ages. In fact, there
is no good scientific explanation for aging in any creature, including human
beings.
Overeating is thought to be the
major cause of premature aging.
Fifty years of research has shown
that eating a nourishing diet sparingly actually retards aging!
Dr. Robert Atkins, in his book
"Dr.
Atkins' Age-Defying Diet Revolution", emphasizes the high
quality complex carbohydrates found in whole grains, vegetables and
fruits.
One of my all time favorite books is "Healing
with Whole Foods", by Paul Pitchford. I read it cover to cover several
times, including the appendixes. It was an amazing read!
Nutrition is not self-doctoring!
