I often hear and notice people say all the time that old people shrink in height as they age. I worry this might happen to me, too. Oh, I stand only 5”2’, shorter than the average Chinese or Filipino women. So my mom always kids me that we don’t have to worry because I have an imaginary and invisible height at the top of my head—and that includes the knowledge stuck inside my brain. *laughs*
Kidding aside, let’s find out how ashitaba does prevent this shrinking in height.
I bet you’re already familiar with osteoporosis. If not, then let’s take Wikipedia’s definition for a minute. And I quote:
Osteoporosis is a disease of bones that leads to an increased risk of fracture. In osteoporosis, the bone mineral density (BMD) is reduced, bone microarchitecture deteriorates, and the amount and variety of proteins in bone are altered.
Osteoporosis does not happen overnight! It’s not dramatic like some cartoons might portray. The process goes for years and you will only see the results (shrink in adult height) after several years. Studies say that this cannot be reversed and height cannot be taken back to normal. On the other hand, humans will not be put back to the size of a baby and fit into the mother’s womb.
And how does ashitaba gets into the picture?
Ashitaba Nurtures the Bones
Ashitaba nourishes the blood, detoxifies the liver and kidneys, strengthens the cartilage, the bones and the tendons and ligaments together with fibrous tissues uniting muscles to bones or bones to bones.
The culprit here is the natural gravity on earth which pushes our height back to the ground. The tendency is for our vertebrae or the back bones to be pushed together and clumped until they get compressed. The end effect?
You guessed it right!
The person becomes shorter in height, and this has nothing to do even with osteoporosis (although that is another reason).
When a person is inflicted with osteoporosis, there is not enough new bone materials replaced and/or made. Thus there is bone loss over time. Bones tend to be smaller and weaker. Major emergency is called when the person slips in a wet bathroom floor or any ground susceptible to injuries and small breaks called compression fractures.
Ways to Fight the “Shrinking Man Syndrome”
I am not sure if this is what’s the “phenomenon” officially is titled, but for the purposes of referring to it in this article, let us name shrinking in height the “Shrinking Man Syndrome.” To fight against irrevocable hunching over or unavoidable stooping down when you grow old, here are following tips you can follow:
1. Eat food high in calcium, such as ashitaba.
Ashitaba consists of higher amounts of calcium when compared to other plant species. Ashitaba contains 65mg of calcium per 100g, with a higher calcium concentration than kidney beans (60mg calcium/100g) and spinach (55mg calcium/100g).
Other recommended food to get calcium are milk, tofu, cheese and yogurt or and drinks that are fortified with calcium like some kinds of orange juice.
2. Eat food high in fiber, such as ashitaba.
Ashitaba has a high content of dietary fiber, which may be beneficial in improving gastrointestinal condition through increased excretion of feces. This will help you stay strong and build stronger bones.
3. Have enough rest.
Sleeping for optimal hours (i.e. eight hours) nightly is good. Being less stressed prevents the liquid in the vertebra to be less compressed, making your body recover fully. Hence to prevent gravity from stealing from your frame, take all the rest you can have and stand tall always.
Wrap Up
Did you know that the average guy shrinks about 1.3 inches in his lifetime? Researches state that this is caused by normal aging processes. However, now that you know how to fight against the “Shrinking Man Syndrome,” go for the best practices to help lessen the blow. Eat the right food and arm yourself with a cup of ashitaba tea (or supplements) three to four times a week, as fiber and calcium are two essential nutrients for optimal bone health. Make sure also that your body has enough rest to avoid slipping in height as you get old.
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I think a lot of adults here in PH suffer from osteoporosis without them knowing it. And for most of us, the only cure we're familiar with is by drinking some mild like we see on TV. Well, this only proves that Ashitaba is really good for our health plus reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Restaurants should start creating delisssh recipes with Ashibata!
I think some restaurants in Japan (even in convenience stores like 7-11) offer ashitaba as part of their menu already. This goes to show another reason why the Japanase are healthy people.
I think we need calcium and fiber to keep our bones healthy and skeletal structure erect. Ashitaba could be a big help.
As ashitaba plants are imported from Japan and other countries, it's hard in the Philippines to get concrete answers to where the plant can be bought. For now, you may opt to buy ashitaba capsules or take ashitaba tea or any other supplements that are good for your bones.
This is really helpful as aging diminishes our bone structures which makes us shorter.
calcium and fiber is indeed a really big help for all of us its almost like the wonder food already! xx
Yup, that's right. And it's wrong to think that those elements are needed only by grownups and those who cannot stand tall anymore because of bone problem or osteoporosis. People should take care of their health early.
ashitaba seems like a potent herbal supplement that provides users with the nutrients they need
– Wanderer Juan
From its looks, ashitaba may appear as any other green plant but it can steal the limelight with the many health benefits it offers. Ashitaba for stronger bones is just one of them. Feel free to explore my blog for everything else. Thanks for dropping by as well, Joshua. 🙂
You're a bit 1inch taller than me sis. And I really agree that we need calcium and fiber in our bodies, especially those age ranges from 25-40 years old. These are the peak age where bones easily deteriorate as my doctor once told me.
Haha there's a lot of commercialized milk products now that are fortified with calcium and essential nutrients for the bones. Taking them as part of your regular diet can help a lot. This was also testified by my aunt who started drinking milk again and started consuming daily vitamins after regretting that she didn't do so in her younger years.
Well I think I have to focus on my health now. As I feel that, I have memory loss these passing months since I got work. Maybe I need to drink vitamins.
Ashitaba can also help you with retaining good memory! 🙂 You can check out that post in my blog. Just click on the 'Memory' on the right sidebar.
I want to plant this in my garden. In few years time ,i will be 50 and I hope to stay healthy by eating a balance diet. Tess
Good for you to have a garden space to grow and harvest plants! 🙂 Since we live in a condominium, it's quite hard to find an area to place our pots. So we only maintain a few; one of them is ashitaba.
Good thing if can prevent Osteo, but will it be effective if say a 55 year old man uses it.
Ashitaba is good to boost the minerals found in your bones. I think it won't hurt if you start taking it now. Better late than never, right? ;P
This is the first time I heard about "ashitaba." I would definitely try this out to avoid shrinking in height! 🙂
Yeah. This will also help you look better (for skin care and hair maintenance)! I know you need this for your fashion shoots and glam events, Kim. Haha.
I'm not that tall and I don't want my height to shrink either. I've seen an Ashitaba plant on sale at Circle I should have bought it.
Circle? Many people are looking for the plant – the real ashitaba plant – so it would be good if you can share the location.
Not familiar with Ashitaba, but they sure have a lot of benefits. Might hoard some if I see a seller 😀
Ashitaba plants may come cheap in the Philippines because they are actually gynura procumbens here. So make sure to double check with the seller if it's the real ashitaba plant being sold.
I want to try this. Keep getting thinner and thinner and even my parents notice it. It has a lot of benefits aside from taking good care of our bones. Will refer to my parents too!
You want to be thin? Oh actually are you thin.
I still haven't seen Ashitaba from around here. I am prone to osteoporosis bec. I was recently diagnosed with mild scoliosis. Argh. Now I have to drink milk for the rest of my life. :< I'll try ashitaba when I see one.
Aside from taking meds (whether herbal or not), you should also undergo regular therapy sessions with your doctor or chiropractor.
This is such a wonderful plant. I'm happy I read your blog dati before I bought it. Magkakatabi ngayon sila ng mga herbs ko 🙂
Thanks for reading my posts. 🙂 Hope the plants grow well!
Es verdad que si la podas desde el tallo, en 24 horas crrce hast
a el mismo tamaňo que tenia????
Translated from Google: It is true that if the prunings from the stem, in 24 hours hast crrce to the same size that had?
Answer: not the same size but it grows another one
Great hammer of Thor, that is pofwreully helpful!
I think i'm seeing the evidence of shrinking man syndrome in front of my eyes, my mum used to be around the same height as me but now i'm at least 4 to 5 cm taller than her. It is pretty scary and i intend to do everything i can to maintain my height!
Haha I see this syndrome on my elder uncles and aunts as well. This ashitaba may be the answer to our fears. 😀
I think, lots of illnesses can be cured with this plant. Need to introduce to the public thoroughly.
My thoughts exactly. Thanks for the comment, Fernando. 😀
wow i dont know that we have this syndrome though i notice that people shrinks on their height whenever they get so old i guess the same is happening to old ladies
is ashitaba good to eat or drink everyday even if you didn’t eat breakfast?
Yes, it is a wonderful tea and very soothing to your digestive system so you won’t typically have any difficulty drinking it on an empty stomach (or eating it if you have the ability to grow your own)