The old man's guide to health and longer life : $b With rules for diet, exercise, and physic; for preserving a good constitution, and preventing disorders in a bad one

"The Old Man's Guide to Health and Longer Life: With Rules for Diet, Exercise, and Physic; For Preserving a Good Constitution, and Preventing Disorders in a Bad One" by John Hill is an 18th-century manual dedicated to helping aging men live healthier and longer lives, instructing older readers how to manage their physical and mental health by carefully considering things like food and movement. The guide emphasizes taking preventative steps to ensure ailments don't occur, rather than treating them after the fact. It focuses on customized diets, recommending light and easily digestible foods while cautioning against heavy or rich meals, and promoting regular physical activity alongside thoughtful control of emotions. The text includes hands-on suggestions for optimal food choices and timing, the importance of connecting with nature, and the need for a mindful lifestyle.