longevity?
@oasisrevolution (6)
Nigeria
June 20, 2008 6:04am CST
Why is it that people do grow old again in this our generation. I mean about 2-3 generations ago.People grow very old and lived healthier lives. What is wrong our generation.As a nutritionist/dietitian in Africa, I begin to wonder is it really food, environment or poverty, or is it anything spiritual or a combination of some these factors or none.I can remember my great grand father lived very strong and healthy even at 140 years and died at the age of 171 years here in Africa-Nigeria.Now, World Health Organisation is saying life expectancy in Nigeria is 45 years. I cannot understand these problem that affects every human being.Big brother what's your stake on this?
2 responses
@WATARIKENJI (1534)
• Philippines
20 Jun 08
I think its a combination of lots of factors but the main reason is environmental destruction cause by man. For so many, we neglected our environment and now we are paying the price.
@cream97 (29087)
• United States
20 Jun 08
Diseases that are brought into this country from another country.. Some individuals inherit illnesses from their family members. Some just don't take care of themselves when they were young.. They eat all kinds of stuff that is not good for the body. Back in the days, food was much nutritious. But now you have so many foods that are not good for your health.. Some people just don't take care of their bodies.. They smoke, drink, and put all kinds of harmful substances in to their bodies. This in general has an major effect too.
