Abstract:

In the article the analysis of medieval treatise «Code of health of Salerno», sponsored by Arnold of Villanovy. The secret of longevity is in the rational mode: moderate food, denial of abuse of wine, the rational use of sleep and wakefulness, movement and rest. Observing him, a person can live as many years as is his nature, that is much more than he lives in reality. It is shown that the «recipe of longevity» салернского doctor maintain their relevance and importance in the present. It is revealed, that in the opinion of Arnold, the aging of the deprives the living beings of the vital force, of joy of being, and, finally, of life itself. The author explains how in old age comes the poor digestion, loss of appetite, fatigue, depressions and морщинистость skin. Analysis of historical treatise showed that in all things it is necessary to observe moderation, and especially in the food, which should be light and nourishing.

Keywords: gerodietetika, power mode, «Code of health of Salerno», Arnold of Villanovy, the middle ages, history, social gerontology