I was interested in going to the longevity capitals of the world, Kennedy says.
So, did he discover the secret to living a healthy, long life?
Kennedy says he definitely came back from the trip wiser.
Here are some highlights of what he learned about longevity from five different countries around the globe.
In this way,doshas are used to personalize medicine.
For example, a pitta dosha is linked to premature aging more than those with a kapha dosha.
creator, director, and producer of the docu-series Healthy Long Life
Ayurvedic healers in India use information like this to inform their health advice.
What I learned from Dr. Chahhajer is how food is being used to promote healing, Kennedy says.
He also works with patients in areas of anger management, forgiveness, and stress management.
All of these ways, he says, inspire more balance, which he believes is essential to longevity.
Kennedy says what he learned in Mexico was to be present.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
Because of this, Israel is really a melting pot of wisdom from all three of these continents.
Kennedy says the biggest longevity lesson he learned from Israel was using food as medicine.
(Yep, food, once again!)
creator, director, and producer of the docu-series Healthy Long Life
The food in Israel is so incredibly fresh.
Fresh vegetables, fruit, and fish are a huge part of the culture.
Once again, Kennedy says one of the biggest lessons he learned was through food.
I saw first-hand what plant-based eating looks like in China by visiting the market, Kennedy says.
I was amazed at the incredibly vast variety of vegetables there were.
I saw carrots in a huge variety of colors!
Similar to Ayurveda, TCM focuses on bringing balance to the body.
One principle of TCM is qi, which is life energy that runs through the body.
TCM is usedprominently to prevent and treat diseaseand is a cornerstone of longevity in China.
Age-specific terminology is used to address older people.
Feeling appreciated and valued can lead to feeling happy,which is directly linked to longevity.
Living a balanced life and finding ways to manage stress is key.
So is eating lots of plants and flavorful herbs.
Being connected to others is another way of living each culture valued.
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