The best advice comes straight from the horse’s mouth, right?  Do you believe the health recommendations as much when they come from an overweight doctor? Doesn’t it feel a little like - do as I say, not as I do?

Well, if you want advice on living a long healthy life, listen to the good people of Okinawa, Japan.

First, their credibility --  there are more centenarians among them than anywhere else in the world.  They talk the talk and walk the 100 year walk!  The DailyMail reports their keys to a long and contented life is something called “ikigai.”

And now, free of charge, the secrets.

They never retire. They surround themselves with friends. They exercise gently every day, and spend plenty of time outdoors. And, they stop eating when they’re 80 percent full.  Pretty simple aye grasshopper?

Here's to YOUR long life!

 

 

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