Why Can Japanese Men, Who Are Drunk All Day Long, Still Rank First in the World in Terms of Life Expectancy? These 3 Points Are Hard for Ordinary People to Achieve

In people's impression, Japanese men are often associated with drunkenness. Their figures enjoying drinks in izakayas (Japanese-style pubs) are quite common. However, surprisingly, the average life expectancy of Japanese men ranks high in the world. Behind this seemingly contradictory phenomenon, there are actually several key factors that are difficult for ordinary people to achieve.

Firstly, it's about the Japanese diet structure. Although Japanese men love drinking, the other parts of their daily diet are exemplary in terms of health. Japanese cuisine mainly consists of fish, vegetables, beans and grains. Fish is rich in high-quality protein and unsaturated fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids have amazing effects on cardiovascular health. They can lower blood lipid levels, reduce blood viscosity and decrease the risk of atherosclerosis. For those who drink frequently, it's like a natural protective barrier. Just imagine that while alcohol may damage blood vessels, omega-3 fatty acids are quietly repairing and protecting them. Vegetables also play an important role in the Japanese diet. A large amount of dietary fiber can promote intestinal peristalsis and help expel toxins from the body. Moreover, various vitamins and antioxidants in vegetables can enhance the body's antioxidant capacity and reduce the damage to cells caused by free radicals, which offsets the adverse effects of alcohol on the body to some extent. Besides, the traditional Japanese cooking methods mainly include steaming and cold mixing, etc. These ways can preserve the nutritional components of ingredients to the greatest extent and reduce oil intake, further maintaining good health.

Secondly, it's the complete medical and health care system in Japan. There is a complete and efficient mechanism in Japan, ranging from preventive health care to disease treatment. The state vigorously promotes regular physical examinations. For Japanese men, even though they drink a lot, regular physical examinations can help detect potential health problems in a timely manner, such as early abnormal liver function, elevated blood pressure or changes in blood lipid levels. Once problems are found, the medical system will quickly intervene. Doctors will formulate personalized treatment and health care plans according to the examination results. Moreover, community medical services are also well-developed. Clinics nearby can provide convenient medical services, enabling patients to consult and receive treatment at any time. This all-round medical guarantee can suppress the health risks that may be brought by drinking at an early stage. Meanwhile, medical research in Japan is also quite advanced. There are in-depth studies on various diseases caused by drinking, and new treatment methods and drugs are constantly being developed, providing strong support for safeguarding the health of the nation.

Finally, the social and cultural factors in Japan must be mentioned. Japanese society has a strong sense of collectivism and a tradition of self-discipline. In such an atmosphere, even though Japanese men like to drink to relax after work, they still maintain a certain degree of self-discipline in other aspects of life. For example, they have a high sense of dedication to work. Regular work schedules and moderate exercise during work can balance the harm caused by drinking to some extent. In many Japanese companies, collective exercise activities will be organized for employees, or employees will be encouraged to walk to and from work. Moreover, Japanese people attach great importance to family values, and family members care about and supervise each other's health. If a man shows signs of health problems due to drinking, his family members will often urge him to change his lifestyle. This kind of restraint and support from society and family makes Japanese men not let their lives get completely out of control while drinking, and their health conditions can be maintained at a relatively good level. In addition, the publicity and education on a healthy lifestyle are quite popular in Japanese society. Whether in schools or communities, relevant activities are often carried out to help people establish correct health concepts from an early age, which also prompts Japanese men to pay more attention to maintaining health in other aspects while drinking.

Therefore, although Japanese men seem to be drunk all day long, the advantages in diet, medical care and social culture enable them to have an outstanding performance in terms of life expectancy. This also serves as a warning to other countries and people that health is the result of a combination of multiple factors. We should not only focus on bad living habits but also pay attention to the factors that can make up for and improve the situation. When facing our own health problems, we can also learn from these aspects to make our lives healthier.