The issue of health and longevity has been a major discussion in today's health conscious society. Thus, in recent years, many people have came up with several components that does play a role in health and longevity. With the idea of a healthy diet as the base, there are still numerous non-dietary factors that are crucial in health and longevity. Hence, this essay will first touch on dietary factor as a primary element in health …showed first 75 words of 793 total…

…showed last 75 words of 793 total…lost the ability to live independently (Perry 1997:26). Thus, as explained, cultural factors cannot be excluded when discussing ones health and longevity. To sum up, it can be seen through the factors of non-dietary and dietary that it is essential to fulfil all of the aspects to be able to maintain health and longevity. Eating a healthy diet, choosing the right lifestyle, having a positive attitude and practicing ones cultures are important in health and longevity.