Doctors share the 7 longevity foods they eat to stay energized
2024-11-17 13:08:41
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By Resa E Lewiss/Most people assume that doctors have perfect eating habits. But our days are busy and we rarely, if ever, plan vacations.
To avoid fast and processed foods we need quick options that have high nutritional value.
As emergency physicians, here are seven longevity foods we eat to stay healthy, full, and energized throughout the day:
1. Nuts
Nuts are rich in protein and are more environmentally friendly than meat.
But the calorie and saturated fat content can add up, so eat them in moderation.
2. Hummus
Chickpeas, the main ingredient in hummus, are high in fiber and a great source of plant-based protein. They contain unsaturated fats, which increase HDL (the healthy type of cholesterol) levels.
Studies have found that adding them to your diet can help protect against heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers.
3. Vegetables
Some people like the concept of crudités: carrots, celery and small pieces of broccoli or cauliflower.
Baked sweet potatoes are also great, especially considering how delicious and packed with vitamins they are.
4. Avocado
Avocados contain several key nutrients, including polyunsaturated fat, potassium and fiber that have been associated with a reduced risk of chronic disease.
5. Olives
Olives are rich in oleate, which is an unsaturated fatty acid. A 2016 study found that eating more unsaturated fats reduced the risk of premature death from the disease, compared to eating more carbohydrates.
6. Baked seaweed
Seaweed is nutritious and widely available. It is low in calories and high in fiber.
7. Boiled eggs
Eggs are full of lean protein. You can cook a lot at once and then eat them one at a time throughout the week.
And please, a reminder from two emergency physicians: Chew your food well!
*Resa E. Lewiss is a professor of emergency medicine and radiology at Thomas Jefferson University
