To maintain an extremely youthful appearance, the secret lies in a simple formula: exercising only once or twice a week and consuming a large quantity of vegetables, particularly broccoli and celery.

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This minimalist routine is based on surprising but solid scientific foundations regarding longevity and skin vitality. First, exercising once or twice a week (the 'weekend warrior' profile) provides benefits comparable to daily practice: a large 2023 observational study published in JAMA involving nearly 90,000 participants shows that concentrating physical activity into one or two days supports heart health and longevity in a manner equivalent to regular sessions throughout the week. Second, green vegetables such as broccoli are rich in antioxidants; research (notably UCLA studies on sulforaphane) confirms that they help stimulate cellular defenses, preserve collagen, and protect the skin against environmental stressors. Conversely, the claim that this magic formula alone allows one to keep an adolescent's face is a humorous exaggeration, as skin radiance depends heavily on genetics, sleep, and sun protection. Furthermore, although celery is an excellent source of hydration, there is no direct scientific evidence demonstrating that high celery consumption specifically reverses skin aging. Thus, while this simplified approach promotes excellent general fitness, it is best integrated into a comprehensive healthy lifestyle.

the sources

1. 1Schoenfeld BJ, Grgic J, Krieger JW 2019
2. 2Schoenfeld BJ, Ogborn D, Krieger JW 2016