Eight Foods to Stay Young

In his bestselling book The Promise of Piriken—The Path to Youthful Longevity, Dr. Nicholas Piriken, an American physician, recommends eight “superfoods” that not only greatly benefit our health but also help preserve our youth.

Hemp Oil
Hemp oil, produced in Bama, a region known for longevity, is rich in protein, unsaturated fatty acids, phospholipids, linolenic acid, and essential trace elements like iron. It helps with digestion, nourishes the body, improves eyesight, protects the liver, and prevents disease, promoting longevity. It also has special therapeutic effects for conditions such as constipation, hypertension, and high cholesterol. Hemp oil is the only oil that can dissolve in water, and is believed to be one of the reasons for the health and longevity of the region’s centenarians, with locals referring to it as “Longevity Hemp” or “Longevity Oil.”

Barley
Barley contains a large amount of soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber helps the body metabolize fats, cholesterol, and carbohydrates, lowering cholesterol levels, while insoluble fiber promotes digestive health and prevents cancer.

Seaweed
Seaweed lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, boosts immunity, and helps prevent cancer.

Buckwheat
Buckwheat contains more protein than rice, wheat, and millet. Its high amino acid content effectively lowers cholesterol and controls blood sugar. The flavonoids it contains benefit blood circulation and heart health, making it a food that nourishes the blood.

Legumes
Legumes are rich in protein and, when combined with grains, provide all the essential amino acids needed by the body.

Chili Peppers
The capsaicin in chili peppers not only stimulates the taste buds but also has anti-infection, pain-relieving, and anti-cancer properties, and plays an important role in heart health.

Nuts
Nuts are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory elements. They promote heart health and have anti-cancer effects.

Bean Sprouts
Bean sprouts contain high levels of concentrated enzymes, making them easier to digest than mature beans. They are also rich in antioxidants, which help delay aging.

Source: China Buddhist Network