The secrets of longevity of women in nine countries: Chinese women speak out

Multiple studies have found that women generally live longer than men. What is the secret of women? The latest article on the British website "All About You" shares the secrets to longevity of women in nine countries around the world.

Finnish women:

Love outdoor sports. In Finland, fitness is a national pastime and around 70% of Finns enjoy “green” (outdoor) sports. 50% of women like to walk or ride a bike to work. Even when the temperature is below zero, Finnish women will go outdoors for brisk walking, hiking or skiing.

Jules Pretty, professor of environment and society at the University of Essex, said green exercise can enhance physical and mental health, improve mood and reduce stress.

Indian women:

Eat curry and other condiments frequently. The incidence of cognitive impairment in Indian women is much lower than in most Western countries, which may be related to the fact that they often eat curry. Curcumin, the key active ingredient in curry, has been used in India to treat rheumatism and abdominal pain.

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, found that curcumin can reduce amyloid plaques in the brain (a hallmark of cognitive impairment) by half. The latest research from the University of Texas found that curcumin can also inhibit the spread of breast cancer cells and thus alleviate the progression of the disease.

Chinese women:

Sing from your heart. In Bama, Guangxi, China, 90% of women live to be over 90 years old. Scientists have discovered that the longevity of local women is closely related to their ability to express their emotions through singing. Singing your heart out can help boost your immune system and elevate your mood.

The latest research from the University of California and the University of Frankfurt found that elderly people who sing regularly see their doctors less often, take less medication, and are less depressed. The health benefits of singing are also cumulative. The longer you sing, the better the health benefits.

New Zealand women:

Love honey. A study by the UK NHS found that honey can be used to treat wounds and ulcers, and can also be used to eliminate inflammation, relieve gastrointestinal diseases, throat infections and gum diseases.

Researchers at the University of Wales have found that New Zealand Manuka honey has stronger antibacterial effects and can fight against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. The higher the Manuka Factor content in Manuka honey, the stronger its antibacterial effect.

Icelandic women:

Eat deep-sea fatty fish often. Iceland, with its harsh weather, rugged terrain and long nights, seems incompatible with healthy living. However, Iceland is the healthiest country in the West, and women also rank high in terms of healthy life expectancy.

The secret has to do with including plenty of fish in the diet. Deep-sea fatty fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help prevent stroke, heart disease, arthritis, and help delay aging.

Italian Women:

Eliminate generation gap and socialize more. Women in a longevity village in Italy have cholesterol levels similar to those of babies, and it is extremely rare for them to die before the age of 85. The Mediterranean diet, daily work in the fields and a mild climate are the keys to their health and longevity.

The biggest feature of the village is that women are at the core of social life, living in large families and meeting and chatting with their children and grandchildren every day. Studies have found that family and social support and more communication with friends and relatives can help reduce the risk of disease and prolong life.

Argentine women:

Drink a glass of red wine every day. The latest research completed by Roger Caudle, professor of experimental therapeutics at Barts Medical School in east London, UK, found that different red wines have different effects in reducing arterial damage.

Red wine produced in Argentina's Mendocha region, the hometown of longevity, contains a large amount of antioxidant polyphenols, which can effectively prevent vascular problems. This is related to the fact that the local grapes are produced at high altitudes and are exposed to more ultraviolet rays. The secret to drinking for long-lived Argentine women is to drink red wine in moderation, no more than two glasses at a time.

Japanese women:

Drink green tea regularly. The traditional Japanese diet, which includes foods such as fish, rice, soybeans and vegetables, helps reduce the incidence of heart disease and certain cancers. Among them, soybeans help prevent heart disease, improve bone health, prevent menopausal hot flashes in women, and reduce the risk of cancers such as lung cancer.

Japanese women also like to eat vegetables rich in anti-cancer substances such as broccoli and drink green tea to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Drinking green tea regularly can also help lower blood pressure and blood lipids.

French women:

Savor your food and chew it slowly. For many years, the fact that “French women can’t gain weight” has been the envy and confusion of women all over the world. The French diet includes large amounts of cream, butter, cheese and meat, yet French women are slimmer and have lower rates of heart disease than their British counterparts.

Mireille Guiliano, author of "French Women Don't Get Fat," said French women pursue truly moderate eating. In France, food portions are smaller, whether in fast food restaurants, restaurants, supermarkets, or even on menus. Women eat less, take longer to eat, and enjoy the food experience more.