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[Features reporter] Slow-aging diet: How young people in S. Korea eat to stay "young"

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'마라탕후루'에서 건강식단으로 MZ세대 중심으로 저속노화 열풍 확산 Kun-woo, I hear you've recently developed an interest in a special diet these days. Could you tell us more about it? Of course. So, these days I've been following a diet called the "slow-aging" diet, literally meaning a diet that helps delay physical aging. It's been popular in South Korea, especially among the younger generation, since last year. And although I haven't been on it for long, I really recommend it. But before I tell you more, let's take a look at how others are embracing this trend too. At around midday, people rush to grab their lunch from their favorite spots. What's catching a lot of attention is how many young people are opting for healthier choices. One of their go-to picks? Fresh salads packed with a variety of vegetables and nuts. "I used to eat a lot of high-calorie junk food which made digestion difficult and affected my studies. Since cutting back, I feel less bloated in the mor …...more
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[Features reporter] Slow-aging diet: How young people in S. Korea eat to stay "young"
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Mar 282025
'마라탕후루'에서 건강식단으로 MZ세대 중심으로 저속노화 열풍 확산 Kun-woo, I hear you've recently developed an interest in a special diet these days. Could you tell us more about it? Of course. So, these days I've been following a diet called the "slow-aging" diet, literally meaning a diet that helps delay physical aging. It's been popular in South Korea, especially among the younger generation, since last year. And although I haven't been on it for long, I really recommend it. But before I tell you more, let's take a look at how others are embracing this trend too. At around midday, people rush to grab their lunch from their favorite spots. What's catching a lot of attention is how many young people are opting for healthier choices. One of their go-to picks? Fresh salads packed with a variety of vegetables and nuts. "I used to eat a lot of high-calorie junk food which made digestion difficult and affected my studies. Since cutting back, I feel less bloated in the mornings and don't get as tired after meals." Healthy eating is no longer just a concern for older generations. "I think that your health starts on the inside and it doesn't matter if your skin looks good. It should be a little bit more active starting younger and also focus on what you're eating." The "slow-aging" trend, which focuses on eating certain foods to slow down physical aging, became a boom in South Korea after it went viral on social media last year. And more and more people from the younger generation are joining in. "Many young people began seeing others on social media embrace a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle that slows down aging, which seemed beneficial and inspiring enough to follow." As the trend grows, young people are even taking charge of their health by preparing "slow-aging diet" meals themselves. These meals they prepare involve cutting out simple sugars, refined grains, and unhealthy fats, while focusing on slow-digesting carbs like whole grains and veggies that can also prevent blood sugar spikes. "So today I tried making a meal, packed with vegetables and fruits like carrots and apples, as part of a slow-aging diet. As it tasted so good, I've also decided to eat like this more often and track my meals as part of a healthy routine." Many are even sharing their slow-aging meals and recipes online, inspiring others to follow suit. However, an expert warns against extreme eating habits. "Health is maintained through a balanced diet. While slow-aging meals are beneficial, they can also become too one-sided. And you need to maintain a balanced diet in the long term, not just for a year or two before going off track." She added that occasional cheat days can be necessary for satisfaction and that she expects the slow-aging trend will evolve through a balanced approach, where combining the slow-aging diet with cheat days creates a harmonious lifestyle. Park Kun-woo, Arirang News. After seeing your coverage, it really makes me want to try those slow-aging foods. So can you share some recommendations with us? Sure, let me share some details about the dishes I tried as you saw in my coverage. They're carrot rémoulade sandwiches that I made from scratch, one with peanut butter and apples, and the other with wholegrain mustard, vegan mayo, and vegan meat. The carrot rémoulade really gave it the "kick," with its crunchy texture that immediately grabbed my taste buds. I recommend them not just because they're healthy, obviously, but also as they're delicious and easy to make. The most challenging part I think was marinating the carrots after slicing them thinly. But that wasn't too difficult thanks to a peeling machine that made the process so much easier. I like healthy food, but I prefer not going through much hassle so, I heard retail industries are also releasing products targeted at slow aging? That's true. A lot of major bread and snack franchises in South Korea are now introducing new products made with healthier ingredients such as whole grains instead of the refined carbs commonly used in many items. Convenience stores are also creating lunch boxes tailored to the slow-aging trend. On the other hand, major soda companies saw a decline in operating profits last year, reflecting the shift in consumer preferences. Delivery application companies have responded by adding a "health and diet management" category on their main screens, featuring items like chicken breast and zero-sugar products. Additionally, restaurant reservation platforms which are quite popular here in Korea, have started creating sections within their apps that highlight places offering "slow-aging" diet foods. Thank you for the healthy advice Kun-woo. We'll see you next time. Thank you, Kun-woo. #Slow_aging_diet #lifestyle #healthy_diet #건강식단 #저속노화 #Arirang_News #아리랑뉴스 📣 Facebook :   / arirangtvnews   📣 Twitter :   / arirangtvnews   📣 Homepage : https://arirang.com/ 2025-03-28, 14:00 (KST)

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