Dr. Shigeki Hinohora anti-aging routine

Longevity
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Dr. Shigeaki Hinohara

  • Born in Yamaguchi, Japan
  • Chronological age: 105 years
  • Died: 18 July 2017

Dr. Shigeaki Hinohara's longevity insights:

  • Work and Retirement: Dr. Hinohara recommends working as much as possible, he was working until he was 105
  • Physical Activity and Diet: He did regular exercise like taking stairs and standing during talks, and recommended a diet that avoided overeating, highlighting his spartan meals and the benefits of olive oil.
  • Purpose and Lifestyle: He puts into absolute the importance of having a purposeful life, minimal lifestyle restrictions, and questioned conventional medical advice, advocating for personalized care.
  • Art and Well-being: Dr. Hinohara found joy and peace in art and poetry, particularly in his later years, which contributed to his emotional well-being Wake-up Routine:
  • Wake up at 06:00.
  • Perform morning hygiene.

Breakfast:

  • Prepare a breakfast consisting of coffee, a glass of milk, a small amount of orange juice mixed with a teaspoon of olive oil.
  • Consume breakfast by 06:30 to kickstart metabolism and nourish the body.

Physical Activity: Use stairs instead of elevators or escalators whenever possible. Engage in light stretching or a brief walk to maintain mobility. Balanced Dinner:

  • Dine on a meal of vegetables, fish or rice around 18:00. Include 100g lean meat twice a week to maintain dietary balance.

Leisure and Community Activities:

  • Engage in community service or pursue hobbies to enhance social interactions and personal satisfaction.
  • Utilize relaxation techniques such as listening to music or playing with a pet as alternatives to medication for managing minor pain or stress.
  • Continuous Activity: Consistently choose physically engaging options throughout the day.
  • Organized and Engaged Mind: Keep a detailed planner for daily tasks and long-term projects
  • Dr. Shigeki was a doctor, but he said never blindly listen to doctors, because many doctors may be not aware of the latest therapies
  • Supplements: Hinohara's approach focused on natural, nutritious foods rather than relying heavily on supplements. In a video considered longevity supplements like NMN and resveratrol (prescription-only drug), based on research or medical advice
  • Hydration: Maintain adequate hydration throughout the day to support overall health
  • Continuous Activity: Consistently choose physically engaging options throughout the day.
  • Organized and Engaged Mind: Keep a detailed planner for daily tasks and long-term projects.
  • Health Conscious: Consider longevity supplements like NMN and resveratrol (prescription-only drug), based on research or medical advice.
  • Hydration: Maintain adequate hydration throughout the day to support overall health
  • Active Non-Retirement: Stay professionally active as long as health allows, rejecting full retirement
  • Life Enjoyment: Dedicate time to activities that bring joy and fulfillment
  • Proactive Stress Management: Address stress through active problem-solving and relaxation techniques
  • Weekly Review: Reflect on the past week to identify successful practices and areas needing adjustment.
  • Routine Modifications: Tailor activities and times based on personal health, comfort, and effectiveness.