Beyond a standard diet, a slow pace of life, strong community ties, and outdoor physical activity are key factors helping Mediterranean residents maintain robust health and extend their lifespan.

Jason Wood, 40, trembled with anger at a restaurant when the server brought him bread with bean sauce instead of the raw vegetables he had specifically ordered.

Bad habits such as skipping regular check-ups, inactivity, smoking, lack of sleep, and accumulated stress accelerate aging and reduce life expectancy.

Despite a high average life expectancy, Vietnamese people face the burden of illness from age 64; the health sector targets extending the healthy lifespan to 68 by 2030.

Adding just five minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily can significantly improve your health, leading to a longer and healthier life.

Prioritizing protein, cooking with water, eating plant-based foods, boosting calcium and vitamin D, and drinking tea are five effective morning anti-aging secrets.