Amazing Health Secrets about Hunza's | Healthy long lives

Facts about Hunza valley | Health Secrets

Do you know why people of Hunza live longer? Zero chronic diseases in Hunza people? Do you know Hunza people don't have illnesses such as cancer, heart diseases, and mental illness? Do you know women of Hunza can expect a baby in the age of 60s too? Do you know the people of Hunza drink water from glaciers? Let's have a tour of Hunza Vally and its amazing secret of Hunza's long and healthy lives. 

Hunza valley is known for its peaceful environment and healthy weather. Hunza is a valley that is located in the northern areas of Pakistan. People count Hunza valley in the top 20 world beautiful valleys. The lifestyle of Hunza people is simple and healthy. The best thing about the Hunza people is that they prefer a simple life.

Moreover, there is some region in the world which are known as blue zones. The people of the blue zone have an excellent life expectancy. Although Hunza is not included in this list, they do have similarities. Like blue zones, the people of Hunza live at high altitudes. The people here do hectic physical jobs which keep them fit. It can also be that the life expectancy of the Hunza is exaggerated, but one thing is for sure that they are leading a healthy life.

Excluding this, there are many other mysteries regarding Hunza, like people's language, culture, and traditions. The Native language of Hunza Valley is Burushaski which is very different from Indo-European or Tibetan Languages. The most appreciated similarity which anthropologists have connected with it is its unique and impressive cultural traditions.

People of Hunza

People of Hunza are simple people who prefer a simple lifestyle instead of a luxury lifestyle. The people of Hunza valley are called Brushes. No doubt they are more energetic and the healthiest people on the earth. According to various scientists, Hunza people don't have chronic illnesses such as cancer, heart diseases, and mental illness. Do you know women of Hunza can expect a baby in the age of 60s too? It is fact. On the other hand, the women of other countries can have children till 40 to 50 years maximum. If their age exceeded the 40s, they can't conceive.

Moreover, the hardworking people of Basque didn’t connect with surrounding cultures for many centuries. The Basque language and Burushaki are common in 70 different regions; thus, this gave anthropologists a clue that these two cultures have a common ancestor origin through a proto-Caucasian tribal area.

Additionally, The People of Hunza have a very fair skin color too, thus adding strength to the concept that they may have ancestors from a small group that once landed in the region at a point most appropriately from Alexander the Great's army.

Do the People of Hunza valley have a life of 150 years?

Yes, many researchers claimed that the people of Hunza live longer. It is said that the people of Hunza valley in Pakistan survive more than that of any other region on earth. The average life expectancy of people of Hunza is 100 years. While some people even live for more than 120 years.

On the other hand, the average life expectancy in people of the world is 72 years. The primary factor for their excellent health is their separation from different parts of the country and quality of life. The people of Hunza are safe from cancer, and they usually don't get sick.

According to one anthropologist, this concept comes from the idea of aging. The Hunza valley incorporated wisdom into a person's age, including the number of years those people have been on the planet.

Moreover, The Frank Capra classic introduced to the area of Shangri-La, more like a paradise in which there is no concept of aging and chronic illness. The Residents of this heavenly Valley are thought to live more than a hundred years. They don't usually have any illness and enjoy a perfectly healthy life. A chronically ill patient of convoy started healing very rapidly while everyone else seemed to be suspended at the same age. When these people left Shangri-La, they returned to their old age immediately. People believe that Capra considered the Hunza valley as the basis of the conception of Shangri-La giving hundred years of life to the people.

Zero chronic diseases in Hunza people

It is scientifically proved that the people of Hunza are medically fit people, and they don't have any chronic disease. Their mortality rate due to chronic disease is less than one percent. Because they live in a peaceful environment where water is pure, food is organic, and the atmosphere is pollution-free, the disease rate is zero.

Moreover, they take care of themselves and avoid all kinds of bad habits such as eating more calories, junk or processed food, and many other things.

According to the research report of 1964 American cardiologists Dr. Paul and Dr. Edward, the people of Hunza has no heart disease. They did a proper study, chose 25 men of age 90 to 110 years and tried to find coronary illness symptoms, but they did not find any signs of heart disease during and after the research. Moreover, they found that none of them have high blood pressure and cholesterol level.

Another researcher claims that the people of Hunza are free of digestive problems and tumors. Even they are unaware of these kinds of chronic illnesses. Additionally, they don't have psychological issues.

Here are few reasons why there is no chronic disease in Hunza

●       The environment is pollution-free, no dust, no smoke

●       food is organic, and they don't use chemical sprays for crops and vegetables

●       they use glacier water which does contain fluoride or chlorine

●       zero usage of artificial flavor or color in food

●       just take limited food each day, do not do overeating

●       they eat lots of vegetables and fruit

●       physically more active  than other ordinary people

●       use meat and milk of healthy animals

●       no alcohol or cigarettes

●       get enough sleep

●       early morning work routine

●       no screen time

What is the secret behind the healthy life of Hunza people?

No doubt that Hunza people had been the center of attraction for their healthy lifestyle and longevity. Do you know what is secrete behind their peaceful healthiest life? Actually, many researchers worked on this eternal question because they also wanted to know the secret. These researchers lived a couple of years with Hunza people and found few reasons why Hunza people are more energetic, active, and healthiest on this planet. According to many research clean environment, pure water, a healthy diet, and physical activity are the reason behind the healthiest life of Hunza people.

1.     Healthy diet

A healthy diet is the main factor of the healthy life and longevity of Hunza people. The diet plan people follow in Hunza is more likely the modern Food options prescribed by today's nutritional Science and highly qualified nutritionists. There is a fantastic fact. In fact, new Science quickly follows and goes according to the lifestyle of the ancients, the hardworking people of Hunza, and the Bilcabambas. The Researches confirm that diets rich in fibers, fruits, and vegetables and free of carbs and sugars are best for one's maintenance of health and a Longer and productive life. 

Additionally, Dr. Dean Ornish, a very efficient nutritionist, has a 99% success rate treated severe coronary vascular diseases by prescribing a wholesome diet without using any kind of drugs and Scalpel that is very similar to people of Hunza. This diet is more likely the diet of the Vegan diet. Suggested by Dr. Joel Fuhrman, who stated that a diet rich in fibers and nutrition promoted longevity.

Besides, Researches proved that Diets Containing fewer fibers and more sugar, fat, vegetable oils, and fats caused coronary vascular diseases. All these types of ingredients are absent in longevity diets. This diet is opposite to the diet used by people of Hunza.

Hunza's diet is very health-friendly and precisely follows the motto, Eat food, mostly plants, and not too much.

Here is a list of healthy food that Hunza people eat daily.

●      Whole grains

 The people of Hunza always use whole grains. They never added process food n their diet; mostly, they use beans, whole grains, etc.

●      Apricot

Apricots are significant fruits for Hunza people. They consume apricot juice for several months of a year. Apricot seed contains amygdalin known as vitamin b_17 which saves from cancer, so Hunza people are at lower risk of cancer. Moreover, apricot contains beta carotene, vitamin b complex, vitamin c, magnesium, iron, zinc, and potassium. These all nutrients are best for a healthy life. 

Additionally, they consume apricot for a whole year in different forms.  In harvesting season they get fresh apricot and dry them too for next season because apricot is an integral part of their healthy food. Because this apricot has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties and that’s why they consume apricots.

●      Raw vegetables

The people of Hunza valley use raw or semi-cooked vegetables. These vegetables contain more fibers, minerals, and vitamins. What is the reason for using raw or semi-cooked vegetables? According to nutrients, many vegetables lose their benefits after being overcooked that's why raw, cooked food is best for a healthy life.

●      Low-fat milk and meat

The hunza's people use only that meat which is low in fat because extra fat is not suitable for health. Adding excess fat to the diet increases the chance of high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and heart issues. That way, the people of Hunza consume low-fat meat and milk.

2.    Pure Water

The water of Hunza is natural and pure. The people of Hunza drink water from glaciers. That's why it is pure. It contains negatively charged ions that help to nullify the free radicals in the body.

Moreover, the water of Hunza has a high alkaline pH that helps to reduce the chances of cancer. Additionally, this water is similar to water present in our body cells that's why it is easy to move in the body and aids in the removal of toxic substances.

3.    Physical activity

Physical activity is one of the main reasons for the excellent health and longevity of Hunza people. They walk 15 miles a day. That's why they are active and don't have chronic illnesses such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. They usually go hiking.

Conclusion:

As you know, Hunza people had been the center of attraction for their healthy lifestyle. The reason for their healthiest life and longevity is their simple living style. They use raw foods, organic vegetables, fresh or dried apricots, drink green tea after meals, and use glacier water. They consume a small amount of meat and fat.

Additionally, their calorie intake is less than 2000 per day, keeping them healthy and active. The people of Hunza are physically more active. There is no concept of chronic illness like cancer and heart problems etc.

So we can say that these people are close to nature. That's why they live peaceful and long life. If you want to live a healthy life, adopt good things from Hunza people's life.