Residents of Japan's Okinawa eat the best and live the longest

(Patria) - The healthiest place in the world is in Asia. According to many doctors specialising in longevity, the Japanese island of Okinawa has the best diet.

The diet of Okinawa's residents has numerous health benefits, as evidenced by the fact that Japan has the lowest obesity rate and the second longest life expectancy.

Okinawa is considered one of the five blue zones, a term for places with the highest concentration of centenarians.

The diet of Okinawa's residents is focused on fish, seafood and tofu. Given the emphasis on fresh fish and soy, residents consume little saturated fat.

Antioxidants from seaweed and sweet potatoes help regulate residents' blood sugar and contribute to digestive health. Portions are often small, meaning Okinawa's residents typically consume fewer calories.

Key foods in the Okinawan diet are:
- fish;
- seafood;
- sweet potatoes;
- algae;
- seaweed;
- bitter melon;
- soy and rice.

Let us also mention that Okinawa's residents lead an active lifestyle and regularly expose themselves to sunlight, which could contribute to their long lifespan.