Asia

Let Scientists Tell You Why Women Generally Live Longer than Men

In a modern society with increasingly improving medical standards, human beings are getting better at preventing and treating diseases, and the average life span is also increasing year by year. Observing the average life expectancy in various countries, it is found that women generally have a longer life span than men. Scientists believe that this may be related to biology and daily behavior.

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Latest Japanese Study: Sushi Dipped in Wasabi can Prevent Dementia

Eating sashimi dipped in “wasabi” not only adds a spiciness to the fresh fish, it also has a food science-based sterilizing effect, reducing the risk of eating raw fish. The latest research shows that adding “wasabi” to dishes can reduce the risk of dementia and improve the memory, attention, and language skills of the elderly.

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Japan Issues Unusually High Temperatures Report, The Weather will Be Warm over The New Year Holidays

According to forecasts from the Japan Meteorological Agency, this New Year will usher in unusually high temperatures once in 10 years. The warm weather will continue for a week, with higher-than-normal temperatures possible across the country. In Kanto and the areas west of it, the maximum temperature will reach 15 degrees, and the high temperature in Tokyo may reach 18 degrees.

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The Water Level of “Lake Biwa” in Japan has Dropped, Which May Cause a Water shortage in the Kansai Region

Japan’s largest freshwater lake “Lake Biwa” has been affected by drought and a drastic drop in rainfall in the Kinki region in the past six months, and the lake level has continued to drop. The drop in water levels has changed the lake’s landscape and affected the livelihoods of surrounding fishermen. If the water level continues to drop, it may trigger a water shortage crisis in the Kansai region.

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