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North Korea’s Health Bible? 10 Ways to Fight Aging—According to State Media

Daniel Kim Views  

Anti-aging cosmetics produced at the Pyongyang Cosmetics Factory / Naenara
Anti-aging cosmetics produced at the Pyongyang Cosmetics Factory / Naenara

On Sunday, Rodong Sinmun, North Korea’s state-run newspaper, shared a list of 14 methods to slow the aging process—offering health advice that, perhaps unexpectedly, wouldn’t sound out of place in a Western wellness magazine.

The recommendations in the paper’s general knowledge section include dietary, physical, and mental health tips. While framed through the lens of socialist self-reliance, they largely echo global health advice backed by modern science.

Here’s a breakdown of North Korea’s official tips for healthy aging:

1. Eat highly nutritious foods

Prioritize meals rich in vitamins and essential minerals. Avoid fatty and sugary foods that contribute to aging and chronic disease.

2. Choose whole, nutrient-dense ingredients

Vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and fiber-rich foods like beans and oats are recommended. Limit animal fat and processed fare.

3. Go for a walk

According to the paper, light walking boosts blood circulation, burns calories, eases tension, and supports muscle function.

4. Stretch regularly

Just five minutes of stretching in the morning and evening can help improve flexibility and reduce stiffness.

5. Keep your brain active

Solving puzzles, reading, or even learning a foreign language are suggested to sharpen mental faculties and delay cognitive decline.

6. Watch your cholesterol

The article suggests reducing cholesterol by limiting animal fats and eating more fish, vegetables, and fiber.

7. Quit smoking

Unsurprisingly, smoking is called out as a significant risk factor for early skin aging and damage to the heart and lungs.

8. Maintain a healthy weight

The paper advises people who are 20% over their ideal weight to moderate their food intake and focus on weight loss.

10. Relieve stress through exercise

Regular, suitable physical activity is recommended to reduce physical tension and support long-term health.

While North Korea’s access to healthcare and nutrition remains limited due to chronic food shortages and international sanctions, Rodong Sinmun’s aging advice largely mirrors the global consensus: move often, eat better, keep the mind active, and avoid tobacco.

Daniel Kim
content@viewusglobal.com

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