111-Year-Old Chinese Man’s Longevityโ Linked to Simple Life, Sweet Tooth & Bamboo Weaving
Guangxi, China – A chinese man named Zhan has reached โthe remarkable age of โข111, defying expectationsโข with a lifestyle that includes a significant sugar intake, regular wine consumption, and a lifelong dedication to a traditional craft. Despite consuming 3-4 โkilograms ofโฃ sugar monthlyโ and favoring sweetened foods-even rice-Zhan maintains remarkably healthy blood sugar levels andโ overall health, according toโ family members.
Zhan’s longevity is prompting curiosity about the factors contributing โคto his well-being, notably as modern health advice oftenโค emphasizes limiting sugar. His story โคoffers a unique outlook on the interplay between lifestyle, diet, โand genetics, and highlights the potential benefits of a simple, active life. while not advocating for high-sugar diets, Zhan’s case underscores the complexityโฃ ofโ aging and the โขlimitations of generalized health recommendations.
Forโ 50 years, Zhan dedicated hisโฃ life to the art of bamboo weaving, becoming a renowned craftsman in hisโ area and mentoring numerous students. Heโฃ continues to practice his craft and socialize with โfriends, some 30 years his junior, who share his passion.
“Throughout his life, he lived a simple lifestyle and minimal maintenance,” โคexplained his daughter, Yingtong. “he never needed luxury,heโค wasโ enoughโ with a bowl of rice and a jug of water.”
Zhan’s daughter-in-law, Cai Alu, noted his strong preference for sweetness, stating, “This โขmorning, he was angry becauseโ the cereal wasn’t sweet enough.” Despite this, regular medical check-ups reveal healthy indicators. Zhan also continues to enjoy wine, adding anotherโค layer to his unconventional yet seemingly accomplished approach toโ longevity.