Why Japanese Live Longer Than Rest Of The World – Habits That Add 15 Extra Years To Their Life
From mindful meals to early dinners, Japan’s daily routines reveal why its people live longer, healthier and more fulfilled lives than much of the world.
Oct 31, 2025, 06:14 AM IST
India's Rank In 2025 Human Development Index Improves, Climbs To...; Life Expectancy Rises To...
India's HDI value has increased by over 53 percent since 1990, growing faster than both the global and South Asian averages.
May 06, 2025, 18:58 PM IST
Longevity Secrets Unveiled: The City Where Residents Live Longer Than Ever
With an average lifespan of 84 years, Okinawa, Japan, has one of the longest life expectancies in the world. A nutritious diet high in vegetables and whole grains, consistent exercise, and the idea of "ikigai," which cultivates a feeling of purpose, are important components of this longevity. A proactive healthcare system also prioritises preventive care, which enhances citizens' general wellbeing.
Oct 19, 2024, 15:21 PM IST
You can create your own lifespan. Here’s how
Biology says that the maximum human life expectancy is somewhere around 97 years, but there is a twist: Humans seem to be unusual.
Nov 05, 2022, 17:56 PM IST
COVID-19 triggers biggest decrease in life expectancy since World War II, says study
Data from most of the 29 countries, mostly from Europe, the US and Chile was analysed by scientists. It recorded reductions in life expectancy last year and at a scale that wiped out years of progress.
Sep 27, 2021, 19:48 PM IST
Having a child may reduce women's life by 11 years, claims study
This was a larger change than has been reported by other research groups for smoking or obesity.
Mar 12, 2018, 13:15 PM IST
Walking the dog may help older adults live longer, suggests study
Clocking 150 minutes of weekly physical activity of any level, even if accumulated in short bouts, might be critical.
Feb 21, 2018, 11:26 AM IST
Women live longer than men - Here's the secret
Women's increased life expectancy is because they tend to have a survival advantage in infancy rather than adulthood. In times of adversity, newborn girls are more likely to survive than newborn boys.
Jan 10, 2018, 17:56 PM IST
Be more outgoing to live a longer life: Study
Individuals who go out of the house on a regular basis invite more opportunities to engage with the outside world and may facilitate exposure to a variety of beneficial experiences.
Nov 26, 2017, 16:55 PM IST
Indian population has gained nearly a decade of life expectancy since 1990: Study
The Indian population has gained nearly a decade of life expectancy since 1990, rising to 66.9 years in men and 70.3 years in women.
Nov 15, 2017, 13:43 PM IST
Women, take note! Conceiving in your thirties may increase your life expectancy
Normally, doctors advise women to start trying for a baby before they enter their thirties to avoid complications or problems in conceiving due to an apparent decline in quality and quantity of eggs.
Aug 02, 2017, 11:30 AM IST
Record-setting world's oldest family reveals the secret to their long life! - Find out
As per the Daily Mail, the family grew up on a farm in County Armagh, Northern Ireland and lived on foods that were fresh and home-grown and apples were a family favourite.
Jul 31, 2017, 20:53 PM IST
Three pillars for longer life span have been established! - Know what they are
As per the study, people who quit smoking, reduce weight and refrain from heavy alcohol intake are likely to live seven years longer in good health than the general population.
Jul 21, 2017, 16:26 PM IST
Australia one of world leaders for life expectancy, says WHO
Australia is one of the "world leaders" for life expectancy, ranked only behind Japan, Singapore and Switzerland, according to the World Health Organisation`s (WHO) latest world health check.
May 18, 2017, 14:05 PM IST
An hour of daily running can add seven hours to your life, says study!
The team of researchers carrying out the study decided to take help from available research and investigate the benefits of other forms of exercise and how running was more effective.
Apr 15, 2017, 00:32 AM IST
A 'lively outdoor lifestyle' gives Australian men the longest life expectancy in the world!
Australians have notoriously poor diets, but said a "pretty good quality of life" counteracts the poor eating habits.
Feb 23, 2017, 11:48 AM IST
Researchers estimate life expectancy to exceed 90 by 2030!
The study offers many reasons behind the findings.
Feb 22, 2017, 09:28 AM IST
Want to live longer? Be optimistic in life!
As per a new research, women who maintain a positive outlook on life are less likely to die from several major causes of death - including cancer, heart disease, stroke, respiratory disease and infection, than those who are less optimistic.
Dec 08, 2016, 17:14 PM IST
Here's the truth about occasional smoking
But this new study suggests that smokers who go through much less than a pack of cigarettes a day still have an increased risk of an early death than non-smokers.
Dec 06, 2016, 12:24 PM IST
125 years - The absolute limit of human lifespan!
Since the 1970s, the maximum duration of life - the age to which the oldest people live -- has risen.
Oct 06, 2016, 13:41 PM IST