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Life is short; as a result most of us want to make the most of our 90 plus
years. Look around the world. Who are the people who look the youngest, and are
most agile, trim and functional? To my mind come the Asians who live on a
starch-based diet (rice). When these same people move to California or your
hometown, and switch to burgers and pizza, they age quicker. The rich Western
diet places serious burdens on your bodies; consider how much waste in the form
of excess cholesterol, fat, protein and chemical contamination your body must
metabolize and excrete daily. Rapid aging is one consequence of all this
avoidable wear and tear. Dietary excesses, especially in the form of animal
protein (and isolated soy protein), cause the production of growth hormones
(like IGF-1). As an adult you do not want to grow (age) any faster than is
necessary. Plants are abundant in antioxidants which slow aging. All of the
components of a starch-based diet with fruits and vegetables keep your skin,
eyes, ears, heart, and bones in top condition throughout life. Don't forget:
moderate exercise and clean habits (like not smoking) also support a youthful
body. Follow this advice and you will soon be hearing well-deserved compliments
from friends and family.
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Do not take this information as personal medical advice. Do not change your diet if you are ill or on medication without the advice of a qualified health care provider (your physician, for example). More detailed information is found in The McDougall Program - 12 Days to Dynamic Health (Plume 1990) in your bookstore.
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