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Healthy Habits from Around the World, Zianny Alvarado - Coggle Diagram
Healthy Habits from Around the World
Singapore
Singapore is one of the healthiest countries in Asia. People here seem to balance their love of food from street vendors with active lifestyles; in fact, the government gave Fitbits, smartwatches, free to its citizens in 2019.
Sweden
With a diet low in carbohydrates and high in the right kind of fat, Swedes rank second among the Nordic countries in terms of life expectancy (82 years, closely following Norway's 83 years). According to the site Culture Trip, 50 percent of Swedes enjoy long daily walks, and nearly 30 percent of people living in cities regularly cycle to and from work.
Australia
A look at the beaches and these Instagram instant breakfasts, and it's easy to see why so many Australian citizens are healthy and happy. Locally sourced food is not a trend, it is a way of life, as it is going outdoors.
Israel
It has a diet rich in vegetables, fish and unsaturated fats, which is clearly worth it. According to a study by the medical journal The Lancet, the country has the lowest number of diet-related deaths (high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, etc.) worldwide. Even more impressive? Israelis' diets actually improve with age, and adults in their 50s and 60s eat the healthiest foods.
Iceland
The country's citizens are active and amateur, and a diet largely of fresh seafood and free-range meat helps maintain life expectancy in the 80s for both men and women.
Switzerland
In addition to having what many call the best health care system in the world, the Swiss also have some of the highest life expectancies (84 years). Other key factors include clean water, low crime rates, and a high work-life balance.
Japan
Thanks to a combination of exercise and diet, Japan has the oldest population in the world: Scientists say one-third of Japan's population is over 65, and Okinawa Prefecture supposedly has the largest population of centenarians in the world. Okinaw's practice of hara hachi bu (eating up to 80 percent full) has also been shown to promote longevity and reduce disease prevalence.
Spain
Spain is officially the healthiest country in the world. Citizens emphasize freshness and locality when it comes to cooking, with diets focused on olive oil, fresh vegetables, lean meats, and red wine. (Spaniards also eat less fast food than other European countries, apart from Italy.) When it comes to health, the value of a good nap can't be ruled out either.
Italy
Most citizens lead active lifestyles and adhere to diets rich in vegetables and olive oil, which leads to better cholesterol and overall well-being.
Norway
As if we needed more proof that Scandinavia is the best in the health department, Norway made its debut on the list thanks to clean air and water, high life expectancies (83 years) and low homicide rates (0.4 percent, compared to the global average of 3.7). We suspect that the country's amazing landscapes could also improve life a bit.
Zianny Alvarado
