To be healthy and long life, many people believe that the key is in a healthy diet. One diet that are known to make people stay healthy and live longer is a Japanese-style diet.
A study found that East Asians on average have the highest life expectancy, which is 82.5 years. The rate of obesity is going on there was low at only 3.5 percent compared to the UK. In addition, the prevalence of degenerative diseases such as breast cancer, prostate, and heart disease in Japan is also very low compared to the United States. So, what's the secret?
The experts reveal, the Japanese eating habits is probably the key to their longevity and healthy.
The first fact, in Japanese desserts are served green tea or a fruit, not a pudding. Portions were on average less than western food. Green tea does not contain sugar and fruit puddings so much sugar intake Japanese people eat less.
Many studies show a link sugar to weight gain associated with diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
The second fact, the Japanese replace the salad with seaweed. The experts found a link between the health and longevity of the Japanese with customs mengasup low-fat foods, fruits, and sea vegetables such as seaweed. Foodstuffs is indeed useful antioxidants to fight disease and reduce weight.
The third fact, that was one of the sushi food consumed often able to provide a lot of benefits. Sushi is a source of omega-3 fatty acids are good, important for brain and heart health. In addition, according to Craig Wilcox of Okinawa Research Center for Longevity Science, sushi is also a good source of protein, saturated fat and drink.
In addition, the Japanese are also known to have a habit of stopping eating before satiety. It is able to maintain ideal weight remains. They also diligent walking and taking public transportation because driving a vehicle alone is very expensive. Known, walking is one of the best exercises for maintaining health and fitness.