New US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and his Japanese counterpart, Gen Nakatani, agreed in a phone call yesterday to ...

In various parts of the world, there are communities known as "blue zones" where people not only reach advanced ages but do so with exceptional quality of life. Okinawa in Japan, Sardinia in Italy, ...

Luring visitors with golden beaches and picturesque palm trees, Okinawa is a wandering knight, never failing to surprise travellers with a backstory that's even more enticing. What awaits is, quite ...

A gluten-free diet involves excluding foods that contain the protein gluten, which is found in wheat, barley, rye, and spelt. This diet can include foods like fruits, vegetables, meats ...

There are many dishes unique to Okinawa at restaurants in Okinawa, and one of them is “Okinawa Champon.” When most people hear the word champon, they imagine a noodle dish with a milky white soup, ...

The terms "complete" and "incomplete" can be misleading. You can still meet all your amino acid needs on a plant-based diet by eating a well-balanced diet that includes a variety of protein sources.

Their approach to food and nutrition and low obesity rates struck me most, for example, the Okinawan diet is rich in fish and plants, with minimal fat intake and modest portion sizes. Meals are ...

In Washoku, the Japanese diet has long been popular for its ability to provide both nourishment and balance. Rooted in centuries-old traditions and influenced by cultural and culinary principles, the ...

The GERD diet encourages simple changes to reduce reflux, like eating smaller, more frequent meals and choosing foods that are easier on the stomach. Lean proteins such as chicken or fish, cooked ...

Mama Linda stated: "As highlighted in Netflix's Live to 100, Japanese purple sweet potatoes are a powerful longevity food and a key part of the Okinawan diet. "Their purple colour comes from ...

The commandant of the Marine Corps expressed concern Wednesday over a U.S. agreement with the Japanese government that requires the service to move thousands of its troops off of Okinawa.

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