The results of his anthropological quest?
But get this: “It’s 120 beans every day.”
Why beans?
“Most of the foods that are longevity foods are simple, peasant foods,” he states.
“There’s all this hyperbole around superfoods,” he states.
“But that’s the disruptive thinking here.”
Now, back to the beans.
However, there’s no need to stress about getting these legumes in every single meal.
As with most aspects of health, it’s all about maintaining a steady balance.
He sets up a formula: “We eat about 1,000 meals a year,” Buettner explains.
For that other one meal, feel free to make it celebratorya cheeky indulgence, if you will.
Comforting, flavorful, and it might help you live longer.
What more could you possibly want in a functional meal?
