The average life expectancy of the Japanese continues to grow, and it is known as the world's leading longevity country. Also, it is recognized that Japanese people not only have a long life but also have a long healthy lifespan indicating the period during which they can live independently. The reason why Japanese are healthy and longevity is believed to be due to a distinctive diet different from Westerners.
Japanese staple food is Japanese food called "washoku". Washoku was registered in December 2013 as Japanese Japanese food "UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage". Washoku has rice as its main staple, traditional food ingredients such as fish, vegetables, soybeans, seasonings such as miso and soy sauce are traditionally used. Also, in recent years, meat, milk, oils and fats have also joined, it is thought that many dietary ingredients are used and many ingredients effective for maintaining health are included.
Why is "washoku" healthy? First of all, lipids and calories are low. Japanese food uses low-energy ingredients such as rice, cereals, vegetables, and fish and shellfish. In addition, there are a lot of recipes that use less oil, such as raw meals, boiled, baked, and so on. Second, fermented foods are often used. Japanese food can take fermented seasonings such as soy sauce and miso and fermented foods frequently.
Food is very important for health. We are made of what we ate. So, it is important to consciously eat what you eat and review your eating habits.
Sources:
Kashmira Gander, "Why Japanese people live longer" The Independent, March 28, 2016<https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/high-life-expectancy-in-japan-partly-down-to-diet-carbohydrates-vegetables-fruit-fish-meat-a6956011.html>
"The Japanese Secret to Longevity Through Food" All About Japan<https://allabout-japan.com/en/article/4040/>
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