Long Life Tips: There are some parts of the world where the average age of people is higher than the rest of the world. Researchers have awakened new hope in the minds of people by researching the reasons for the long lives of the people living in these areas. According to reports published in various health journals, people's lives are getting longer with each passing day. The United Nations (UN) has estimated that by the middle of this century, the average age of humans may increase to 77 years.
'Singaporeans are living 20 years longer'
In terms of life expectancy, Japan and some European countries were at the top. But in this matter, the day and distance is not far when Singapore's name will be at the forefront in this matter. Due to government policies and people's awareness, the number of people living longer in Singapore has increased. According to reports, people of this city, inspired by Indian, Malay, and Chinese culture, have now started living 20 years longer. In the last decade, the number of people crossing the century mark has also doubled.
Dan Buettner, founder of Blue Zones LLC and author, has declared Singapore as the sixth Blue Zone in one of his recent books. In this book, the secrets and mantras for a healthy life, satisfaction, and long life along with good mental health are written in detail.
Tips to live 100 years - learn from Singapore
1. Emphasis on walking public transport: According to Dan Buettner, Singapore, with a population of less than 6 million, is special and different from the rest of the world in many ways. There is an emphasis on walking and public transport here. Cars are expensive. There is so much tax on petrol that everyone can't afford a car. There is tremendous greenery everywhere in the entire city. The maximum distance from houses to the metro station is 500 meters. If pollution is less then there is no lung disease. The respiratory system remains strong. People here start their day with exercise. Do go to the park in the morning or evening. People encourage each other to take a walk. This gives good sleep. A healthy lifestyle helps in controlling appetite.
2. Focus on healthy food:
People here are encouraged to eat healthy food rather than processed food. In such a situation, a subsidy is available for nutritious food items. The amount of sugar in sweet drinks is less. The amount of sodium and unhealthy elements in food items is monitored. Good food items are sold by labeling them as healthy food.
3. The health sector is strong:
The health sector here is good. There are more doctors and nurses per thousand population compared to other countries. Hospitals send their nurses and medical staff to visit nearby areas regularly. So that the health level of the elderly is maintained and medicines and other essential items can be delivered to them at the right time. The government also encourages hospitals for this work.
4. Emphasis on being social - no room for loneliness:
Be it youth or old age, loneliness hurts people a lot. Especially in old age, loneliness becomes a disease in itself. Loneliness increases the risk of poor mental health. In such a situation, to increase interaction between everyone, be it teenagers, youth, or women, the architecture of the houses here is such that people remain in contact with their neighbours. There is no room for a communication gap in the society there. People are social. Participate in each other's happiness and sorrow. Here 80% of the population lives in houses built by the government. People often gather and meet each other in parks, food streets, or other places. In such a situation the number of new friends increases. Relationships with old people become stronger.
5. Special exemption on living with parents:
According to this book written on the formula for longevity, one gets a tax exemption of about Rs 18-20 lakh on living with parents in Singapore. In the name of taking care of your parents, if you live near their house, you also get some exemption. In such a situation, the elderly are taken good care of.
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