Japan boasts one of the highest life expectancies in the world—wonder why?
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It’s not due to popping pills, but the use of mindful habits that promote health from the inside out.
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This is an Okinawan practice, and reminds us to practice mindful eating. - Helps to avoid over eating - Supports digestion and weight control -Slowing down while eating may be your starting point toward longevity.
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Ikigai means "reason to live". Finding joy in some small, daily tasks, hobbies, or helping others gives people a purpose and direction - protecting mental health and perhaps reducing the risk of heart disease.
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Instead of working out intensely, many Japanese people just walk or cycle -Helps heart health - Improves brain function -It really is about consistency rather than intensity.
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Green tea is not just a drink, it's a ritual. - It has catechins - Antioxidants - Helps settle the mind It is a simple way to promote energy and reduce inflammation.
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Japanese meaning of well being in the community, family, and social world. - Reduces stress - Emotional balance -Social connection is a essential for longer lives.
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Their typical meals are: _Plant-based - Rich in omega-3 (fish, too) -Abundant with whole foods This traditional diet promotes gut health and heart health.
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These five habits take no supplements, just a change in mindset; live and eat deliberately, move mindfully and connect. Longevity is not a mystery, it's a lifestyle.
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