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It’s a well-known fact that diet plays an important role in how long you will live for and that the extraordinarily long lives of people in some regions of the world can be put down to what they eat. These areas of the world, identified as “Blue Zones” by the National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner are spread across the globe from Italy to Japan and there is even a “Blue Zone” in the United States. If you have wondered what you need to put on your plate to be able to live a long and healthy life, here is what longest-living people in the world eat.
1. Goats milk
The shepherds of Sardinia in Italy are quite likely to see their 100 th birthday. Their diet is mainly a plant based one but, one other thing that does stand out, is that they consume a lot of sheep’s cheese and goat’s milk. They complement this with only a moderate amount of carbohydrates, along with plenty of fava beans, tomatoes and chickpeas.
2. Eggs
Eggs often feature in the diets of people who live to a long age and that’s not at all surprising, given all the beneficial nutrients that they contain. Eggs are a rich source of protein and they also contain choline and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin. As well as providing protein, the choline in eggs is thought to be able to help with maintaining a good memory in old age.
3. Fresh fruit and vegetables
One of the, so called, “Blue Zones” can be found in Loma Linda, California, where members of the Seventh-day Adventist community who reside there can expect to live beyond 100 years old. They follow a mainly vegetarian diet that contains lots of grains, nuts and vegetables. They also avoid eating any sugars that are not 100% natural.
4. Apples
Another of the foods that many people say are good for you is apples. Apples do have many health benefits that could help you live longer. They are high in soluble fibre and they contain one of the most powerful antioxidants, quercetin. Eating an apple a day will lower blood cholesterol, fight blood clots and it will help to prevent cancer too.
5. Fish
The people of Okinawa, Japan have some of the longest lifespans in the world and they eat a diet that is high in fish. Their diet includes a serving of fish, three times a week, and they also eat a lot of wholegrains, vegetables, and seaweed. Studies have shown that the people of Okinawa are far less likely to develop cancer than people in other regions of the world and this is put down to their extremely healthy diet.
6. Soy products
Soy products, like tofu, feature in many of the diets of people who live a long life, including the people of Okinawa. Soy is well-known for its ability to decrease the bad cholesterol in the blood and lowering blood pressure. That can have a major positive effect on life expectancy because it will help to avoid strokes and heart disease.
7. Olive oil
On the Geek island of Ikaria, living to 90 years old is nothing special, and living to 100 is commonplace. The people here eat mainly vegetables, which they have grown in their own gardens and they use olive oil extensively in their cooking. The island has the highest proportion of people in their 90s, anywhere in the world and much lower rates of cancer or heart disease, than most places as well.
8. Red wine
The debate as to whether or not drinking alcohol can extend your life is still not settled for sure, but there is no doubt that a lot of people who have lived into their 100s do claim that moderate alcohol consumption has helped reach that age. Red wine, in particular, is known to contain resveratrol and catechins, which can lower cholesterol and help to prevent cancer.
9. Avocados
Avocados are one of the healthiest foods on the planet and longest-living people love eating them; avocados contain a whole list of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats. They help fight high blood pressure, certain types of cancer, and they help to prevent heart disease too.
10. Beans
Despite that fact that they don’t spend a lot of money on health care, the people of Nicoya, a peninsula of Costa Rica, enjoy lifespans well over the average for the rest of the world. Their diet is very rich in beans and tropical fruits like yams and papayas. They also drink water that is very high in magnesium and calcium, which keeps their bones strong and healthy and wards off heart disease.
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DMW boss Davido was allegedly engaged in a messy face off with rapper Ice Prince at the “Delta Alive” event organized by Shina Peller in Warri last night. Trouble reportedly showed up when Davido was picked up in a G-Wagon while Ice Prince was picked with a saloon car.
The ‘Oleku’ crooner was not too happy about that and let the organizers know his feelings which got Davido angry. Ice Prince allegedly lodged another complaint when the organizers made him perform before Lil Kesh. Again Davido who was still angry jumped into the matter to defend his close pal Kesh to the extent that when they eventually got back to their lodge, he began to bang down Ice Prince’s door before he was calmed him down by the organizers.
There are also unconfirmed news that the fight backstage led to the destruction of equipment.
The situation got really tense that they had to put them in separate lounges at the airport to avoid any altercation
DMW boss Davido was allegedly engaged in a messy face off with rapper Ice Prince at the “Delta Alive” event organized by Shina Peller in Wa...
Gospel Maestro, Frank Edwards released a brand new song titled ‘Very Big God‘.
”Here is a new country music that tells the testimonies of real people like you . I pray that as you listen, you too shall receive your own blessing and tell your own story of our Very Big God”. – Frank Edwards
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Gospel Maestro, Frank Edwards released a brand new song titled ‘Very Big God‘. ”Here is a new country music that tells the testimonies of r...
The spokesman of the electoral body in the state, Femi Akinbiyi, said on Saturday that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will begin distribution of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) in Lagos State on April 29 in preparation for the July 22 local government elections.
According to him, eligible residents who are in doubt of the registration area of the polling unit they registered can contact the Electoral Officer for the local government.
“INEC will as from Saturday, April 29 will begin distribution of Permanent Voter Card (PVC) in all the 245 Registration Areas in the state. This is purely for the purpose of the Local Government elections coming up soonest in the state. The exercise is for those that have registered before but had not collected their PVCs. It will last for five Saturdays starting from Saturday, April 29 to Saturday, May 27” he said.
He added that the nationwide Continuous Voter’s Registration (CVR) exercise will commence throughout the state as from April 27 and remains continuous all the year round. Therefore, all residents that have reached the age of 18 years after the last registration exercise are to come out and register.
INEC had on Wednesday initially announced plans to begin a nationwide continuous voter registration on April 27 across the 774 local government areas of the federation. The commission disclosed this in a statement signed by the INEC National Commissioner, Mrs Amina Zakari , after a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECS) and Administrative Secretaries from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
The commission had, however, advised those who were already registered not to do so again as it is an offence to register more than once.
The spokesman of the electoral body in the state, Femi Akinbiyi, said on Saturday that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ...
Senator Isiaka Adeleke, a former governor of Osun State who is also Davido’s Uncle has died of heart attack.
The 3-term Senator currently representing Osun West Senatorial district, died today at Bikets Hospital in Osogbo, Osun state, after suffering a heart attack on Sunday morning hours after he engaged in a political meeting which terminated late Saturday.
He was 62 years. He was the first executive governor of the state.
May his soul rest in peace. Amen.
Senator Isiaka Adeleke, a former governor of Osun State who is also Davido’s Uncle has died of heart attack. The 3-term Senator currently r...
Singer Waje , in a post to celebrate her milestone of hitting one million followers on Instagram, shared a photo of herself sporting a blonde hairdo.
She shared another photo of herself looking lovely in her new hair.
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Singer Waje , in a post to celebrate her milestone of hitting one million followers on Instagram, shared a photo of herself sporting a blond...
In your business, career as well as other aspects of life, it is important to keep learning especially from those who have demonstrated success in your field of endeavour.
Ebonylife TV ‘s founder and CEO Mo Abudu delivered the 2017 Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ) annual lecture and she shared tips that have worked for her in her over the years.
“All our journeys are very different, so what works for me might not work for you. Here are a few of my ideas and tips on what I’ve done that has worked for me,” she says.
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In your business, career as well as other aspects of life, it is important to keep learning especially from those who have demonstrated succ...
Nigerian Tribune reports that veteran Nollywood actor Olumide Bakare has died.
It said that his death, which took place in the early hours of Saturday, was confirmed by his personal assistant, who was with him. Bakare has been sick for over a year and reports say, aside suffering low blood flow into the heart, there were also indications of a lung-related disease.
The death was also confirmed by actor Saidi Balogun.
“Yes, it is true Olumide Bakare is dead. He died on his way to his hospital. When I called his number, his personal assistant picked his phone and told me he was dead. That’s how much I can say for now,” Balogun told Tribune on the telephone.
Nigerian Tribune reports that veteran Nollywood actor Olumide Bakare has died. It said that his death, which took place in the early hours ...
Juliana Olayode who is best known for her role in Jenifa’s diary as Toyosi in Funke Akindele’s Popular Tv Series.
According to LIB, Olayode Juliana, popularly known as ‘Toyo Baby’ in Funke Akindele-Bello’s popular Television comic series, Jenifa’s Diaries, has been cut from production.
According to the report, it was revealed that they had a disagreement and have now gone their separate ways and it became slightly more obvious after Juliana was significantly absent at events/parties that held in Funke’s mansion in Lekki, Lagos unlike her other former co-stars.
She was even absent during the Jenifa’s Diary ladies photoshoot.
Filming has already begun for the latest season of Jenifa’s Diaries and Toyo baby has been absent in all the behind the scenes posted online. They are also no longer following each other on Instagram.
Source: Star Gist
Juliana Olayode who is best known for her role in Jenifa’s diary as Toyosi in Funke Akindele’s Popular Tv Series. According to LIB , Olayod...
The Presidency in its latest newsletter says it believes that the Nigerian economy is on its way to recover and growth and in no time will be out of recession. It also listed 11 reasons for its belief:
NAIJ.com gathered that the Presidency said that after two consecutive quarters of negative growth, the non-oil economy showed, in Q3 2016, a modest return to positive territory, at 0.03%, adding that,“This was partly due to the continued good performance of agriculture and the solid minerals, two sectors prioritised by the Federal Government.”
The reasons according to the Presidency latest newsletter are:
1. After two consecutive quarters of negative growth, the non-oil economy showed, in Q3 2016, a modest return to positive territory, at 0.03%. This was partly due to the continued good performance of agriculture and the solid minerals, two sectors prioritised by the Federal Government.
Agriculture grew by 4.54% in the quarter under consideration of which growth in crop production at nearly 5% was at its highest since the first quarter of 2014. Growth in the solid mineral sector averaged about 7%.
2. The Anchor Borrowers Programme (ABP) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (details below), combined with a new soil map designed to aid fertilizer application, substantially raised local production of grains in 2016 (yields improved from 2 tonnes per hectare to as much as 7 tonnes per hectare, in some States) and produced a model agricultural collaboration between Lagos and Kebbi States.
3. The Fertilizer Intervention Project (which involves a partnership with the Government of Morocco, for the supply of phosphate) is on course to significantly raise local production, and bring the retail price of fertilizer down by about 30 percent.
4. The newly established Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) is finally taking off, with initial funding of US$1.3bn (provided by the World Bank, German Development Bank, the African Development Bank and Agence Française de Development) to provide medium and long-term loans to MSMEs
5. A new Social Housing Programme is kicking off in 2017. The ‘Family Homes Fund’ will take off with a 100 billion naira provision in the 2017 Budget. (The rest of the funding will come from the private sector)
6. More than 800 billion naira has been released for capital expenditure in the 2016 budget, since implementation started in June 2016. This is the largest ever capital spend within a single budget year in the history of Nigeria.
These monies have enabled the resumption of work on several stalled projects — road, rail and power projects — across the country.
7. All 4 components of the Social Investment Programme (SIP) have now taken off. The SIP is the largest and most ambitious social safety net programme in the history of Nigeria, with more than 1 million beneficiaries so far — 200,000 N-Power beneficiaries, 23,400 Government Enterprise and Empowerment (GEEP) Scheme beneficiaries, 1,000,000 Homegrown School Feeding Programme (HGSFP) beneficiaries, as well as ongoing Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) payments across nine pilot states.
8. Strategic Engagements with OPEC and in the Niger Delta have played an important part in raising our expected oil revenues. Already, Nigeria’s External Reserves have grown by more than $4 billion in the last three months.
9. Collaboration with China, proceeding from President Buhari’s April 2016 visit, has unlocked billion of dollars in infrastructure funding. Construction will begin on the first product of that collaboration, a 150km/hour rail line between Lagos and Ibadan, in Q1 2017.
10. The National Economic Recovery and Growth Plan (NERGP), the Federal Government’s medium-term Economic Plan, is due for launch in February 2017, and will chart a course for the Nigerian economy over the next four years (2017–2020).
11. The almost 8-fold oversubscription of our recent Eurobond (orders in excess of US$7.8 billion compared to a pre-issuance target of US$1bn) demonstrates strong market appetite for Nigeria, and shows confidence by the international investment community in Nigeria’s economic reform agenda.
The Presidency in its latest newsletter says it believes that the Nigerian economy is on its way to recover and growth and in no time will b...
If you really want to stop getting addicted to social media you have to be disciplined and committed. It’s usually very difficult to get rid of any form of addiction.
You’ll definitely feel anxious when you have not logged in for 24 hours because you think you are obviously missing out on important updates. After a while you realize that these updates are not so important.
1. Deactivate your social media accounts
If you don’t want to permanently delete your social media account, simply deactivate it. Most accounts can be deactivated. Just scroll to the settings and deactivate it for several days. You can focus on yourself but still remain connected with the social media. After you take a break then you can activate it. This helps you to gain some sort of control.
2. Turn off notifications
If you don’t want to deactivate your account you can simply turn off the notifications. This will help you reduce the urge to check your phone every time you hear a beep. Notifications can be very distracting. It is very common for people to pause their conversations and activities just to check their notifications.
3. Try to establish boundaries
Train yourself to be disciplined by establishing boundaries. Only check your social media accounts at certain periods. Also, give yourself a time limit. For example, only spend one hour or less on social media.
4. Get a hobby to keep you busy
Find a hobby and entertain yourself. This will help you to reduce the amount of time you dedicate to social media. Think about things you enjoy doing and start doing them. Give social media a break.
5. Spend more time with family and friends
Forget social media when you hang out with your family and friends. Surround yourself with people who make you forget that you even have a cell phone.
You will be happier in the presence of wonderful people than sitting on the bed with your phone scrolling through Instagram and Snapchat.
Source: Naij.com
If you really want to stop getting addicted to social media you have to be disciplined and committed. It’s usually very difficult to get rid...
Thanks to their health properties, inexpensive prices and the fact that we can snack on them whenever and wherever, seeds are the “in” super food at the moment. All around the world, folk are starting to incorporate them into their diet in a bid to keep their bodies ticking over, lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart disease.
Healthier to munch on, than a pack of sweets, and tastier than blueberries, seeds come in a wild variety of forms. And if you’re curious to find out what the best seeds are for your overall wellbeing, let’s take a look at 10 amazing seeds that come with some wonderful health properties.
1. Sesame Seeds
Sesame seeds have been a staple point of many diets in the western world for thousands of years, and this is because these seeds are rich in numerous nutrients, including zinc, fibre, calcium, magnesium, iron and even phosphorous. They also contain a vital cholesterol-defeating fibre called lignan, which can also lower brood pressure, as well as keep our livers nice and healthy.
2. Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkin seeds have for a long time been eaten by males who realise these seeds’ ability to reduce the risk of developing prostrate cancer. But they’re also high in antioxidants, including carotenoids, a plant derivative that boosts our immune system.
Moreover, pumpkin seeds are also rich in zinc and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as phytosterols.
3. Chia Seeds
Chia seeds come from the mint family. They’re tiny, but oh so powerful . Packed with protein, fibre and nutrient oils, chia seeds are also rich in antioxidants and calcium.
The health benefits these nutrient rich seeds include the promotion of overall health and the reduction of weight. So if you care about your heart, and are looking to lose a bit of weight, grabbing a handful of chia seeds a day could be the way to go.
4. Sabja Seeds
If you’ve ever drank Jigirthanda, you’ll have heard all about the star of wonder that is sabja seeds. If you’ve never even heard of Jigirthanda, you might be wondering what in heck Jigirthanda is.
And what sabja seeds are, for that matter!
Sabja seeds actually look rather like chia seeds, and together with condensed milk, lashings of rose petal jam and a few ice cubes they make a cup of Jigirthanda. And when it comes to your health, sabja seeds help out with weight loss, overheating, diabetes, constipation, acidity, skin conditions and healthy hair. Amazing!
5. Moringa Seeds
Moringa seeds come from the moringa tree, and they are known for being tender until they get dry, at which point they become hard. They look like beans, and have unusual wing-like structures, which means they don’t actually look much like a seed at all. But when you steam, boil or roast them, moringa seeds bring with them a wealth of health benefits.
Rich in vitamins A, B and C, moringa seeds fight the good fight against nasty free radicals that invade our bodies with the purpose of causing cancers. Moringa seeds also promote heart health, and are also a well-known anti-diabetic agent.
6. Quinoa
Is quinoa a seed or is it a cereal grain? Well, it’s actually a grain crop that is essentially more “seed” than it is anything else, though it’s often prepared and eaten in the same way that grain is.
Quinoa has been consumed as part of our diets for thousands of years, and was actually believed to be sacred by the Inca Empire. The Incans sure knew a thing or two about being healthy, because quinoa is jam-packed with all kinds of nutrients. Among its arsenal are protein, fibre, magnesium, folate, copper, iron, potassium, and zinc. It also contains 58% of your recommended daily amount of manganese.
7. Papaya Seeds
As well as having a great name, papaya seeds come with some wonderful health properties. There is a good chance you’ve already tried the papaya fruit, but just in case you’ve discarded the seeds without giving them a proper chance, it’s worth mentioning that papaya seeds improve digestive health, detoxify your liver, guard against renal diseases, minimise your risk of developing cancer and help to reduce inflammation.
They can also kill intestinal parasitic worms, cure viral infections and they are loaded with antioxidants. Win all round.
8. Flaxseed
Flaxseed has been around for thousands of years, and there is a rumour that it is actually the world’s oldest cultivated super food. Today, many of us use flaxseed in a number of different foods, from cakes to smoothies. And this is not just because flaxseed tastes great; it’s also because it has numerous health properties.
Flaxseed is loaded in omega-3 fatty acids, mucilage and lignans. It is also rich in fibre, vitamin B1, copper, protein, zinc, magnesium and manganese. As a bonus, it’s gluten-free! Among its health benefits are the ability to combat heart disease, ease symptoms of the menopause, lower cholesterol and promote weight loss. Fantastic.
9. Cumin Seeds
Cumin seeds have been used by Indians to spice up their dishes for generations. Tasty, exotic and always ready to heat things up in the kitchen, cumin seeds are also great for your health.
They can improve digestion, easy constipation, combat cancer, better regular your blood pressure and heart rate, as well as sooth asthma. You don’t even need to eat them as a snack either, but can add a teaspoon of them to a glass of water. Mmm, lovely.
10. Hemp Seeds
Hemp seeds are a gift from above, and are in fact the most nutritious seed on the planet. We always save the best until last, you see!
Rich in more digestible protein, essential fats and vitamins than meat, eggs and cheese, hemp seeds have little sugar content, as well as very little saturated fats. A super food, they help with weight loss, flighty recovery from an injury, poor circulation and bad cholesterol. They can also give you a boost of energy and improve your immune system. For cellular health and lots of energy, wise people turn to hemp seeds.
Stay happy and healthy!
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Thanks to their health properties, inexpensive prices and the fact that we can snack on them whenever and wherever, seeds are the “in” supe...