Want to live longer? Borrow these healthy Japanese habits

Improve your health by borrowing these six healthy habits from Japanese culture.

Published on: Jul 20, 2022 6:06 PM IST

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It is widely known that Japan has the longest average life expectancy and low mortality rates. Their age-old traditional practices are what keep them healthy and live longer. Here are a few habits you can adopt from Japanese culture that will give you longer lifespans with fewer chronic illnesses. (Unsplash)

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Prefer rice over wheat: Japanese consume rice on a daily basis in moderate portions. Several studies suggest that rice lowers the risk of developing cardiovascular disease while wheat flour increases it. (Unsplash)

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They eat seaweed regularly: Seaweed has been a part of the Japanese diet for centuries due to its astonishing health benefits. It is packed with antioxidants in the form of certain vitamins (A, C, and E) and protective pigments and helps keep the prevalence of chronic disease at bay. (Unsplash)

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Physical activity: The Japanese do not like going to the gym to maintain a fit body but prefer walking or jogging on an everyday basis. They practise Asa taisou which is a morning stretch routine. (Unsplash)

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Fermented food: Japanese consume a lot of fermented foods such as miso, natto, soy, tempeh and soy sauce which help in strengthening the immune system and easing digestion. (Unsplash)

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Green tea: Japanese love their green tea. The country ranks amongst the top ten nations in the world that consume green tea. It is packed with antioxidants which help fight cancer, reduce the risk of heart diseases and boost energy levels. (Unsplash)

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Consume organic food: Japanese prefer eating organically grown local foods and stay away from unprocessed foods. (Unsplash)