Main description:

Discusses the rationale and basis of food systems, traditions of healthy eating, and healthy aging in Korea population and why by 2030 they will be the longest living population on the planet.

Reflects on the role of historical, cultural, and traditional food and dietary concepts of Korea and how they have influenced healthy eating habits contributing to health and longevity.

Discusses relevance of modern genetic concepts of nutrigenomics and epigenetics, metabolic concepts such as circulation and food concepts such as fermented and functional foods in advancing healthy food concepts and longevity.

Provides insights how are large population can advance an integrated holistic food-based approach to longevity and wellness.

Contents:

Introduction. Chapter 1: Korean Ethnic Food Provides a New Paradigm for Healthy Longevity. Chapter 2: Korean Long Living People: What and How to Eat to Live. Chapter 3: Koreans Select Food Aligned and Suitable for their Constitution. Chapter 4: The Answer for Healthy Life is Korean Traditional Diet. Chapter 5: Korean Fermented Foods for Healthier Longevity. Chapter 6: Food Alters Genes: Understanding Nutrigenomics and Epigenetics. Chapter 7: Good Blood Circulation is Vital to Your Health. Chapter 8: Health Functional Food Market is the Trend.