HOW TO LIVE LONG.

South Canterbury Times, Issue 3341, 17 December 1883, Page 2

HOW TO LIVE LONG.

When a man and a doctor attains the age of 107 years in good health, and dies in the full possessien of all his faculties, the announcement that the secret which enabled him to prolong his existence so far beyond the ordinary span is to be divulged after his funeral ought to be heard with interest by those who find the world we live in a pleasant place. A French medical man, who has just died at the age stated above, pledged his word to reveal the secret of his longevity, when no more, for the benefit of others. It was stipulated, however that the precious envelope containing the receipt for long life was not to be opened until he had been buried. The doctor’s prescription, now made known, is simple enough, and easy to follow, but whether it is as valuable as he pretends is extremely doubtful. He tells his fellow men that if they wish to live for a century or more they have but to pay attention to the position of their beds. “ Let the head of the the bed be placed to the north, the foot to the south, and the electric current, which is stronger during the night in the direction of the north, will work wonders on their constitutions, ensure them more healthful rest, strengthen their nervous systems, and prolong their days.” It is he adds, to scrupulous attention to the position of his bed that he ascribes his longevity, the enjoyment of perfect health, and the absence of any infirmity.