Longevity and healthy aging strategies

The concept of longevity focuses on increasing the number of healthy, independent years of life rather than just extending lifespan. Experts suggest a combination of lifestyle habits and traditional practices to support long-term health.

Dr. Wolfgang Schachinger and Jana Schachinger highlight Ayurvedic principles as accessible methods for health maintenance. Recommended practices include drinking warm water to aid digestion and metabolic waste removal, avoiding snacks to allow the body to process toxins, and practicing oil pulling for oral hygiene. Additionally, daily meditation is cited as a tool for internal calm.

Dr. Alexandra Löwe from the IST-Hochschule für Management emphasizes that scientifically proven factors remain the most effective. These include regular strength and endurance exercise, a plant-based diet with minimal processing, consistent sleep, avoiding tobacco, and limiting alcohol. She notes that medical prevention for conditions like high blood pressure and maintaining social connections are also vital components of healthy aging.