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January 12, 2019
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This topic is totally unrelated to financial matters, but as many of us here are older-folk looking for easy/simple ways to exercise, I thought Peter might let this one through.
Go for a walk, 'The Japanese Way' . . .
- CBC Article Link: https://www.cbc.ca/news/japanese-walking-tiktok-1.7587007
Slow-Fast-Slow-Fast-... , one foot in front of the other. 
- Dean
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6:50 pm
March 15, 2019
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The Japanese have the longest or second longest life expectancy. I think it is due primarily to their diet.
Rank
Country
Life Expectancy
(both sexes)
Females
Life Expectancy
Males
Life Expectancy
1 Hong Kong 85.77 88.39 83.1
2 Japan 85 88.03 81.99
3 South Korea 84.53 87.4 81.44
4 French Polynesia 84.31 86.74 82.03
5 Switzerland 84.23 86.06 82.34
6 Australia 84.21 85.97 82.43
7 Italy 84.03 86.01 81.94
8 Singapore 84 86.48 81.53
9:37 am
November 18, 2017
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Specifically, Japanese on Okinawa lead significant populations in the world in longevity. They inhabit a low-density agrarian island with a fish-predominant diet, and number a bit under 1.5 million. Okinawa is the most distant large island from the Japanese archipelago.
RetirEd
10:02 am
January 11, 2020
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Increase life expectancy brings about new financial equations in your personal models
See it all relates. It’s a Financial topic after all.
3:45 pm
January 12, 2019
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Well I'll Be, MattS ... you're Right ⬆️
A longer, healthier life = a need for more retirement funds.
A need for more retirement funds = more financial planning & investing.
It's all part of 'The Financial Circle Of Life'.
"Konnichiwa" (こんにちは) ... Walk On❗
- Dean
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3:28 pm
November 3, 2022
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Dean said
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Well I'll Be, MattS ... you're Right ⬆️A longer, healthier life = a need for more retirement funds.
A need for more retirement funds = more financial planning & investing.
It's all part of 'The Financial Circle Of Life'.
"Konnichiwa" (こんにちは) ... Walk On❗
Dean
Perhaps the greatest need for retirement funds would come when there is longer lifespan, but declining health? That is when the most money will be needed, while living healthier but longer could require comparatively less money.
5:05 am
November 18, 2017
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Rail Baron: That all depends on whether you can live within the means you have at any point, or you are watching your assets shrivel away!
RetirEd
10:13 am
January 12, 2019
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Rail Baron said
Perhaps the greatest need for retirement funds would come when there is longer lifespan, but declining health? That is when the most money will be needed, while living healthier but longer could require comparatively less money.
Ah Yes ⬆️ . . .
Living longer 'And' with declining health can be a Double Whammy‼️
All the more need for 'Japanese Walking'.
- Dean
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12:07 am
April 6, 2013
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RetirEd said
Specifically, Japanese on Okinawa lead significant populations in the world in longevity. They inhabit a low-density agrarian island with a fish-predominant diet, and number a bit under 1.5 million. …
It is more likely their gene pool.
In National Geographic documentary Age of Aging, geneticist Nir Barzilai shared his findings from studying healthy 100+ year olds.
One goes to Dunkin' Donuts almost every afternoon for a coffee and Boston Cream donut. Another smoked for 50 years.
About 50% of the centenarians are obese. About 50% don't exercise. About 60% of the men and 30% of the women continue to smoke.
6:41 am
March 15, 2019
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Norman1 said
RetirEd said
Specifically, Japanese on Okinawa lead significant populations in the world in longevity. They inhabit a low-density agrarian island with a fish-predominant diet, and number a bit under 1.5 million. …It is more likely their gene pool.
In National Geographic documentary Age of Aging, geneticist Nir Barzilai shared his findings from studying healthy 100+ year olds.
One goes to Dunkin' Donuts almost every afternoon for a coffee and Boston Cream donut. Another smoked for 50 years.
About 50% of the centenarians are obese. About 50% don't exercise. About 60% of the men and 30% of the women continue to smoke.
One thing about island nations. They also did a study on Iceland and found that almost all Icelanders share the same gene pool.
10:48 am
January 12, 2019
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@ COIN ... If you know the history of Iceland, that's ⬆️ not surprising ... LOL 
They're 100% descendants of Scandinavian Vikings . . .
Skoal❗
- Dean
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1:09 am
November 18, 2017
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Malcolm Gladwell opens his book "Outliers" with a look at a population of Italian expatriates in the US who are remarkably healthy. Unfortunately, I don't have to book to cite, as I lent it to an Okinawan friend. (Not joking!)
The conclusions he cites were that it was their close, supportive society that did the trick.
Hmm.. now I'm thinking of those commercials we're seeing today pushing the value of short calls to friends. One of them is the one about mini-dragons...
RetirEd
8:05 am
March 15, 2019
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The Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy eating pattern rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats, particularly olive oil, and is associated with numerous health benefits.
(Also, don't forget wine. My Italian neighbours make their own wine from grapes.)
P.S. Also, I think there are surveys that show people with money also live longer.
8:31 am
January 12, 2019
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Ah Yes ⬆️, 'Moolah' ... the Elixir Of Life
- Dean
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8:59 am
April 6, 2013
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RetirEd said
Malcolm Gladwell opens his book "Outliers" with a look at a population of Italian expatriates in the US who are remarkably healthy. Unfortunately, I don't have to book to cite, as I lent it to an Okinawan friend. (Not joking!)The conclusions he cites were that it was their close, supportive society that did the trick.
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I have the book. The opening chapter is "The Roseto Mystery" about the people from the Roseto Valfortore area of Italy who emigrated to Roseto, Pennsylvania.
There is no mention of those Roseteans in the US living to 100+. It is more about fewer deaths from heart disease than longer life. Dr. Stewart Wolf found that was in spite of many of those Roseteans in the US smoking heavily and struggling with obesity.
12:41 pm
November 3, 2022
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Dean said
.They're 100% descendants of Scandinavian Vikings . . .
Skoal❗
Dean
While Scandinavian origins are correct for the male lineage in Iceland, genomics reveals that the female lineage contains mostly Irish ancestry.
That means that some Vikings "invited" some Irish females on a one way trip to Iceland, when they paid visits to the Emerald Isle.
1:57 pm
January 12, 2019
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Back to the subject at hand: "Walking" . . .
Has anyone here ever tried 'Moon Walking' ... I hear it's Great for the Cardio❗
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- Dean
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8:53 pm
March 15, 2019
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Dean said
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@ COIN ... If you know the history of Iceland, that's ⬆️ not surprising ... LOLThey're 100% descendants of Scandinavian Vikings . . .
Skoal❗
Dean
Don't forget the Black/dark Irish.
The term "Black Irish" refers to Irish people with dark features, such as black hair, darker skin, and dark eyes.
The origins of the term are debated, with some legends suggesting it comes from Spanish sailors shipwrecked in the 1500s, while genetic studies indicate these traits may stem from ancient Irish ancestry.
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The term is not commonly used in Ireland itself but has circulated among Irish emigrants and their descendants.
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Historical influences, including the arrival of the Celts and later groups like the Vikings, contributed to the diversity of features among the Irish population.
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For more detailed information, you can refer to sources like IrishCentral and Ancient Pages.
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irishgraves.com
What Is Black Irish? Exploring the Origins and Meaning
IrishCentral
Who were the Black Irish, and what is their story? - IrishCentral
Ancient Pages
Mystery Of The Black Irish People: Who Were They?
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What Is Black Irish? Exploring the Origins and Meaning
Key Takeaways 1 “Black Irish” describes Irish people with dark hair and a darker complexion, different from the lighter features commonly seen in Ireland. More items
https://irishgraves.com › what-is-black-irish
IrishCentral
Who were the Black Irish, and what is their story? - IrishCentral
The term is commonly used to describe people of Irish origin who have dark features, black hair, a dark complexion and dark eyes. A quick review of Irish history reveals that the i…
https://www.irishcentral.com › roots › history › who-were-the-black-irish
5:08 am
March 30, 2017
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well there are more sheep than people in Iceland, a ratio of 2:1. 800k sheep vs 400k Icelander 🙂
Went there for a trip couple months ago, very interesting country and basically a bucket list thing, as long as one is mobile as all activities are basically outdoors.
3:48 pm
January 12, 2019
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Interesting ⬆️, Savemoresaveoften ... Thanks for that❗
Howz their English (the people, not the sheep)❓
Sorry ... I don't speak Viking.
- Dean
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