It is possible that you are already familiar with some Japanese practices that improve the quality of life and promote good health.. And you don't even suspect it..

So, everyone knows that Japan is in first place in terms of population health and life expectancy (average life expectancy is 80 years for men and 86.4 years for women). This fact can be explained by the habits that have already become second nature to the inhabitants of the Land of the Rising Sun.. It is thanks to them that they are always in good health and live a full life to deep gray hairs..

The Japanese approach to health is based primarily on prevention.. They do not wait until the disease makes itself felt, but act proactively: they inform and promote a healthy lifestyle, conduct free and regular medical examinations just at the workplace, as well as annual screening to detect cancer in the early stages.

However, similar programs exist in other countries, so why is the Japanese the healthiest nation Most likely, the matter is also in the philosophy of the Japanese, associated with religion, nature, culture, order, beauty and discipline..

They manage to achieve harmony, peace and tranquility, and this is the basis of health and well-being.. But how?

With special practices!

Shiatsu (special acupressure) This massage technique is quite famous in the Western world..

This is a traditional Japanese practical therapy based on the anatomical and physiological theory of the circulation of qi energy.. It is recommended by the Japanese Ministry of Health and Welfare as a licensed medical therapy..

In other countries, Shiatsu is one of the varieties of alternative medicine.. The bottom line is that with the help of hands, fingers, elbows and even the soles of the feet, they alternately press on certain points of the body.

This technique is very effective in relieving pain, as well as relieving tension in the neck and back, which suffer primarily from the modern pace and lifestyle.. We are talking about hypodynamia due to work at computers, as well as constant stress.

Taiso (gymnastics for the joints) We are sure you have seen more than once on TV or even in the park near the house - groups of people practicing unhurried, peaceful and harmonious stretches.

Taiso is also called samurai gymnastics.. It has existed for over 800 years.. The purpose of this practice is to take care of the health of the joints, which over time lose their former flexibility..

Taiso gymnastics gives joints flexibility, energizes the body and speeds up metabolic processes, helping to get rid of excess body fat..

This Japanese practice is very popular today in different countries, because it is suitable for people of all ages.. The exercises are very simple and do not require special physical training.. By the way, they can even be dealt with by people who have undergone surgical interventions.. In addition, gymnastics not only returns the former flexibility to our “lazy” joints, but also greatly relaxes and calms.

Tea CeremoniesThe Japanese believe that tea and good health are inextricably linked.. For them, tea drinking is something more intimate, more spiritual and more meaningful than is customary in the Western world..

The tea ceremony for the inhabitants of the Land of the Rising Sun is the way. The path to harmony with nature, people and your own mind. This is a whole world in which peace and wisdom reign..

Thus, tea ceremonies have 4 goals:.

• Deep harmony with oneself and with nature • Sincere respect for other people • Purity of mind • Peace of mind and tranquility.