Longevity Secrets of Japanese Supercentenarians Revealed

Consistency, discipline, moderation, and stress reduction are key, says researcher Yumi Yamamoto.

• Yumi Yamamoto, a longevity researcher, has identified four key habits of Japanese supercentenarians: maintaining consistent habits, practicing self-discipline, doing everything in moderation, and reducing stress.
• Yamamoto's observations are based on her interactions with supercentenarians, including her great-grandmother who lived to 115, and her work at LongeviQuest, an organization that verifies the ages of the world's oldest people.
• Japanese supercentenarians tend to follow the practice of 'hara hachi bu', eating until they are 80% full, which promotes mindful eating and mild calorie restriction.
• Physical activity, such as radio gymnastics, a daily five-minute body weight exercise broadcast since 1928, is a common practice among Japanese supercentenarians.
• Maintaining a straight posture, even in old age, is another common trait observed among Japanese supercentenarians, which can minimize strain on the body and prevent pain.

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