111-year-old Chinese grandma reveals secret daily ‘workout’ leading to her longevity
A 111-year-old grandmother in eastern China has captured the attention of social media by attributing her remarkable longevity to simple habits, such as viewing housework as a form of daily exercise. Wang Gaiying lives in Rugao, Jiangsu province, which is renowned as one of the country’s “longevity capitals.” As of February, the area was home to 672 centenarians, according to the Jianghai Evening…
In Rugao, a city in eastern China known as a "longevity capital," 111-year-old Wang Gaiying has gained attention for her secret to a long life. Living in a five-generation household with a grandson aged 60, Wang attributes her remarkable longevity to simple daily habits. She views housework as exercise, engaging in light tasks such as wiping tables and folding clothes, despite her age.
The mineral-rich soil in Rugao is believed to contribute to the city's high number of centenarians, producing crops rich in trace elements beneficial to health. Wang's diet, while simple, is balanced, with her family ensuring variety in her meals, favoring fish due to its tender and digestible nature. She avoids overeating and once abstained from rice soaked in baijiu, a traditional Chinese liquor, due to concerns about intoxication and falls.
Wang's long life is also attributed to kindness, a personal rule to perform small acts of goodness daily, and a disciplined routine of seven hours of sleep from 7 PM to 7 AM, interspersed with occasional daytime naps. Her calm demeanor and ability to let go of frustration by sleeping on it have earned her admiration online, with observers praising her as a living testament to the power of a healthy lifestyle.
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