SECRET OF LONGEVITY

Two thousand centurions were studied-nothing was found in common with them other than the moderation in quantity of food. Observations on these centurions showed that, for attainment of long life, the amount of food was more critical than the type of food that was consumed. Our study should go on true temperance in everything concerning life, not just food.

That means that human being is at liberty to enjoy moderately that which is most beneficial, but will completely avoid all that is harmful.

The main cause of fatigue is improper diet, irregular meals, and a lack of physical
exercise. Furthermore, irregular hours for eating and sleeping sap the brain forces. To have good health and be successful in reaching a high standard of godliness, you must be temperate in all things.

Important of Good Breathing

In order to have good blood, we must breathe well. Full, deep inspirations of pure air fill the lungs with oxygen; purify the blood, sending it-a life-giving current-to every part of the body. Good respiration soothes the nerves; stimulates the appetite; improves digestion; and induces sound, refreshing sleep.

Shallow breathing creates an insufficient supply of oxygen causing the blood to move sluggishly. The waste, poisonous matter, which should be thrown off in exhalations from the lungs, is retained and the blood becomes impure. Not only the lungs, but the stomach, liver and brain are affected. The skin becomes sallow and digestion is retarded. Oxygen deficiency in the cells is known to cause cancer. Experiments have shown that cancer cells cannot live in blood that is well oxygenated.

Does the Way I Stand or Sit Affect My Breathing?

Yes, practice how to sit and stand straight-head high, back straight. The lungs can expand properly only when a person sits and stands straight because otherwise the lung sacs that take in air are compressed.