[ExI] for longer life

[efc at swisscows.email]

Ah yes, the classic calorie restriction. It was very fashionable for many 
years, but I haven't heard anything about it the last couple of years.

But that (for me) introduces another dimension. Quality of life vs 
quantity of life.

I could not imagine restricting my calories since I enjoy good food too 
much. So the loss of years (in theory) would be more than compensated for 
by the gain of quality. =)

Best regards,
Daniel


On Sun, 7 May 2023, William Flynn Wallace via extropy-chat wrote:

> Studies done with rats and others show significant lengthening of life with a very restricted diet - fewer calories.  Google that. 
> bill w
> 
> On Sun, May 7, 2023 at 10:26 AM efc--- via extropy-chat <extropy-chat at lists.extropy.org> wrote:
>       Thank you Bill,
>
>       I can add to that, that I asked my locally hosted alpaca.cpp "AI" and
>       since it (actually it insists that it is a she) is much simpler than chat
>       gpt the advice essentially boiled down to: maintain healthy sleep, diet
>       and exercise.
>
>       I would be very interested to learn what a state of the art AI trained on
>       state of the art longevity research has to say on the topic! =)
>
>       Best regards,
>       Daniel
> 
>
>       On Sun, 7 May 2023, BillK via extropy-chat wrote:
>
>       > On Sat, 6 May 2023 at 15:24, efc--- via extropy-chat
>       > <extropy-chat at lists.extropy.org> wrote:
>       >>
>       >> Aha! So a draw between man and machine this round! ;)
>       >>
>       > <snip>
>       >> Daniel
>       >> _______________________________________________
>       >
>       >
>       > There were slight differences in the AI list of long life advice and
>       > it is more chatty than Daniel's list, so I thought I would post it.
>       > Then I discovered that changing the wording of the question caused
>       > some differences in the result.
>       > It seems that the AI doesn't find just one 'correct' list.  You have
>       > to ask a series of slightly different questions to get a range of
>       > similar but different answers.
>       > So here is a composite of the AI recommendations.
>       >
>       > ==================
>       > There are many tips for living a healthy long life, and they can vary
>       > depending on individual genetics, lifestyle, and environment. However,
>       > here are some evidence-based tips that may help:
>       >
>       > Maintain a healthy diet that is rich in whole grains, lean protein,
>       > vegetables, fruits, and nuts.
>       > Limit the consumption of sugary, processed, and high-fat foods.
>       > Maintain a healthy weight and avoid overeating.
>       > Stay physically active every day, with a combination of aerobic,
>       > strength training, and flexibility exercises.
>       > Avoid smoking, vaping, and limit alcohol consumption.
>       > Get enough sleep every night, which is typically around 7-9 hours for
>       > most adults.
>       > Manage stress through relaxation techniques, mindfulness, or therapy.
>       > Stay socially engaged and maintain relationships with friends and family.
>       > Engaging in mentally stimulating activities such as puzzles, reading,
>       > or learning new skills.
>       > Practice good oral hygiene and visit the dentist regularly.
>       > Use skincare products with sun protection to avoid overexposure to
>       > harmful UV rays.
>       > Follow any necessary medical treatments and screenings based on
>       > conditions or family history.
>       >
>       > It's important to note that there is no guaranteed formula for living
>       > a long life, and factors such as genetics and environmental factors
>       > can play a role. However, by adopting healthy habits and making
>       > lifestyle changes that promote longevity, you can increase your
>       > chances of living a long and fulfilling life.
>       > Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can also help reduce the risk of
>       > developing chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and
>       > cancer.
>       > ========================
>       >
>       >
>       > BillK
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