Centenarians Eat Mostly Plants
Do centenarians follow plant-based diets?
In Okinawa, Sardinia, and Loma Linda, centenarians get most calories from vegetables, beans, whole grains, and nuts — with meat as an occasional side dish, not a staple.
Explanation
Centenarians in Okinawa, Sardinia, and Loma Linda derive the majority of calories from vegetables, beans, whole grains, and nuts. Meat is consumed infrequently, often as a side dish.
Practical Emphasis
Shift meals to plant-forward, with meat or fish as a garnish rather than a staple.
Action Tip
Longevity populations consume mostly plants, with meat eaten sparingly.
How Memorial Longevity Clinic Can Help
We offer nutrition counseling and metabolic testing to help patients transition to plant-forward eating.
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