The Longevity Diet
The Longevity Diet
The Longevity Diet is a dietary plan that emphasizes a plant-based, low-protein, and low-sugar approach to eating, with the goal of promoting longevity and preventing age-related diseases.
Pronunciation
- Longevity: /lɒnˈdʒɛvɪti/
- Diet: /ˈdaɪət/
Etymology
The term "longevity" comes from the Latin word "longaevitas," which means "long life." The word "diet" originates from the Greek word "diaita," which means "way of life."
Description
The Longevity Diet is based on the research of Dr. Valter Longo, a biochemist and gerontologist. It encourages the consumption of foods that are high in nutrients but low in calories, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. The diet also recommends periodic fasting and regular exercise.
Related Terms
- Caloric Restriction: A dietary regimen that reduces calorie intake without incurring malnutrition.
- Plant-Based Diet: A diet consisting mostly or entirely of foods derived from plants.
- Gerontology: The study of the social, cultural, psychological, cognitive, and biological aspects of aging.
- Biochemistry: The branch of science concerned with the chemical and physicochemical processes and substances that occur within living organisms.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on The Longevity Diet
- Wikipedia's article - The Longevity Diet
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