our lifestyle causes our diseases Japanese surgeon haromi shinya on harmful habits when I see friends my age I can immediately guess how they live some have aged prematurely While others even with more years behind them look younger our outward appearance reveals a lot because our bodies cannot lie they show exactly how we live what we eat and what we care about explains Japanese surgeon homi sha it may be surprising but he says he has never signed a death certificate for any of his patients over his career he has dealt with countless diseases including difficult ones
such as colon cancer yet never lost a patient he credits this luck to one simple fact many health problems come from a poor lifestyle rather than only treating symptoms he focuses on the root causes urging patients to make changes for the better Dr haromi sets out a few basic guidelines so he can manage his own body these same guidelines are what he teaches his patients when it comes to many so-called age related illnesses it isn't age itself that is the culprit but our eating habits unfortunately few doctors are interested in what their patients like to
eat that is why many colleagues say certain diseases arise from unknown causes but if you investigate people's diets that unknown cause becomes obvious Dr haromi says he believes our health heavily depends on the foods we choose each day we make a daily choice between bad and good foods and that choice often has serious effects on our health so which foods count as definitely unhealthy and which are acceptable according to shinya there is a ranking of foods that seriously harm people topping that list are meat products next comes store-bought milk which he believes is full of
oxidized fats that are dangerous to the body margarine is also not a healthy choice he says after studying countless patient files and their diets shinya reached a once surprising conclusion the earlier in life people eat meat regularly the sooner their health problems begin from his perspective there is an optimal level of animal-based foods about 15% of one's total diet at least half should be grains with the rest being fruits and vegetables he also calls for daily grain consumption he says raw foods bring extra benefits while fried foods are the most dangerous of all people should
reduce fried items drastically if they wish to stay healthy and cut them out completely if they are already ill if you do eat something fried chew it thoroughly so it is well coated with saliva easing the burden of trans fats on the body for drinking Dr haromi recommends only herbal teas and plain water consumed at least 30 minutes before a meal to avoid disturbing digestion I drink up to 700 Millers of water in the morning on an empty stomach another 500 mL half an hour before lunch and the same before dinner in Winter I warm
it a bit sipping it slowly he notes many doctors today are sicker than their own patients I know colleagues with Di diabetes or other serious issues it seems they have no idea about real Health disease prevention or proper diet so why rely on them alone that is why I advise you to take responsibility for your own life Dr haromi clarifies protection against deadly diseases besides a poor diet a whole range of negative emotions can harm Health true self-care sha says involves not only nourishing the body but also embracing a healthy positive view of Life merely
prescribing the right treatment is not enough for healing restoring someone's hope is more important he explains many times shinya witnessed patients recover once they found a new purpose in life this renewed sense of direction triggers a surge of energy which can even help push back serious illness shinya believes stress and hopelessness can disrupt healthy digestion a person who is constantly anxious often sees their eating habits worsen leading to even more inflammation on the other hand a calm or hopeful mindset tends to help the body break down food more efficiently preventing harmful toxins from building up
this balance between positive emotions and good nutrition forms the backbone of Sha's approach physical health is inseparable from mental well-being crucially one can discover life goals at any age most people never fully tap into their potential yet that potential is Limitless once someone begins unlocking it they may bounce back from the brink not just powered by enthusiasm but also fully supported by their body there are many ways to uncover your potential one of the most powerful is love shinya explains the source of health and happiness is love some might say why bother making changes since
we are all headed toward death from the moment we are born yet we can travel that path at different speeds some who ignore their well-being die in their 50s While others Pace themselves living well beyond 100 to do that you must care for both your physical and spiritual needs all while enjoying life with the people you cherish love whether for parents and children Partners or grandchildren makes no difference love improves Life as a doctor I see that love sets off positive changes in the human body if a patient longs to watch their children and grandchildren
grow up their illness often recedes shinya says the surprising link between your gut and long life many people say most diseases begin in your gut it might sound like an exaggeration but over recent years scientists have discovered some remarkable facts about the human gut countless doctors worldwide now connect longevity to gut health believing the secret to living a long active life is right there in your digestive system one shining example is Japanese Dr shigaki hinohara Who Lived to the impressive age of 105 not only did he Reach This Milestone but he continued treating patients even
after turning 100 incredible right your gut does much more than break down food Beyond digesting and absorbing nutrients it influences many of your body's key areas including your immune system and mental health according to doctors like Dr hinahara a large number of diseases begin in the gut it has an independent network of over 100 million nerve cells called the ENT nervous system which works without needing your brains help that's why some scientists call it a second brain this second brain manages digestion and produces mood boosting chemicals such as serotonin in fact about 90% of the
body serotonin is made in the gut researchers have also discovered that your gut and brain communicate through a process known as the gut brain axis this connection can shape your emotional mental and physical well-being a Harvard study for example linked conditions like irritable bowel syndrome to stress and anxiety this highlights just how much your mood and gut are tied together your gut is also crucial for immune protection housing about 70% of your body's immune cells these cells defend against harmful Invaders like viruses and bacteria in addition your gut manages the microbiota tiny organisms that keep
you healthy when this microbiota becomes unbalanced or dbio you're at greater risk for allergies autoimmune dis disorders and other illnesses a Stanford University study found that gut bacteria imbalances can lead to diseases such as diabetes obesity heart issues and even cancer meanwhile research published in nature revealed that gut health may play a role in brain illnesses like Alzheimer's these findings underscore why a healthy gut is so important for overall health with his many years of experience Dr hinahara recognized that good gut health plays a huge role in overall well-being especially for staying energetic later in
life he was convinced that a healthy gut was the key to strong lasting Vitality that is why he emphasized proper digestion which helps the body absorb essential nutrients and avoid gut rated health concerns like constipation his advice was always to support the gut because a well-functioning digestive system keeps the entire body running smoothly to accomplish this he recommended a diet filled with fiber rich foods such as fresh vegetables whole grains and fruits fiber helps your gut operate more efficiently he also favored eating light meals focusing on foods that are easy to digest especially for older
adults hinohara avoided heavy foods like excess red meat which can overload the digestive system instead said he highlighted fish and fresh vegetables both easier for your gut to handle on top of that he promoted regular exercise getting up and moving stimulates the gut warding off issues like constipation that can undermine your health thank you so much for being here today if you think this content could help others please share it now with as many friends and family members as possible I'm sure this lesson could improve their health too see you in the next video take
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