Jiji Press: “Anti-Aging Check-Up Tips: Della Lucia Magnani Health Clinic in Italy, Towards Longevity and Health”

A society that, in light of declining birth rates and increasing life expectancy, must deal with the issue of population aging, a topic of great interest. Italy, renowned for a healthy lifestyle, such as the Mediterranean diet and a slower pace of life, has recently introduced a global approach to anti-aging that integrates preventive medicine, arousing the interest of people with a strong health awareness.

This is a report on Italian initiatives to promote a long and healthy life, with a focus on wellness and the prevention of aging. The facility is located near Bologna, in the town of Castrocaro. In the center of the city stands Lucia Magnani Health Clinic by Lucia Magnani, a facility that is located in one of the many Italian spas.

Situated on a large site, the clinic includes a spa, a gym, a dedicated clinic and a luxury hotel, offering personalized programs that include massages, medical check-ups with state-of-the-art equipment and expert nutritional advice. In a way, it is like a hospital check-up with a stay included, but with an emphasis not only on early diagnosis but also on assessing the risk of age-related diseases before they manifest.

This medical facility also focuses on wellness and preventative medicine, offering a holistic approach to anti-aging. I participated in a four-day, three-night program that included a series of tests to detect signs of oxidative stress and identify risks for possible future diseases.

Treatments include mud baths with local mud, stone massages to relax the body and mind, and movement activities, such as swimming in the thermal pool, yoga and correct postures, to promote general health.

The nutritional therapy here is unique: frequent and small meals, with special attention to the necessary nutrients. The menu, calculated with precision, includes high-protein foods. On the first day, dinner consisted of a small portion of vegetables, without carbohydrates. At first, I felt hungry, but over time I adapted and was able to experience a healthy and sustainable diet.”

These programs are based on the philosophy of the founder, Dr. Magnani, who promotes a “balance between prevention, health and beauty.” The content is personalized based on each individual’s condition, and the benefits usually begin to manifest after a stay that varies from a few days to a week.

We asked Dr. Magnani about the secret to a long, healthy life. She cited Okinawa and the southern Italian island of Sardinia as two of the world’s five “Blue Zones,” or areas known for the longevity of their inhabitants. Although the two regions are very different in culture and ethnicity, they share a low-stress, laid-back lifestyle.

In a fast-paced modern society, minimizing stress and aiming for longevity requires conscious management of one's time, maintaining a work-life balance, and following basic principles such as moderate physical activity and a balanced diet. Dr. Magnani emphasized that, on this basis, health care focused on disease prevention is essential to promote health and longevity.