10 Foods (and Drinks) the Oldest People in the World Swear By
We read that the oldest woman in the world, Susannah Mushatt Jones, age 116, eats four strips of bacon every morning. This, coupled with a June report that supercentenarian Agnes Fenton, age 110, credits her age to three bottles of Miller Light everyday made us realize that we might consider changing some things up. Maybe we should be eating less kale and quinoa and more whiskey and ice cream.
Here is what to eat and drink for longevity, according to the oldest people in the world:
Four strips of bacon every morning, and Doublemint gum throughout the day — Suannah Mushatt Jones, Age 116
The Elegant Hors d'Oeuvre’s Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts
Why are they genius? Well, they’re delicious. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
Apple, Bacon, Caramelized Red Onion Sandwiches with Arugula Thyme Spread
Three bottles of Miller High Life and a shot of Johnnie Walker whiskey everyday — Agnes Fenton, Age 110
The true sour is a study in simplicity – of whiskey, sugar, and citrus. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
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One tablespoon of whiskey in morning coffee — Richard Overton, Age 108
This drink is boozy and warm, making you feel a little Irish in your veins. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
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Crispy bacon, fried chicken, and ice cream — Gertrude Baines, Age 115
Malted Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate-Covered Pretzels
Your new favorite ice cream flavor. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
Grandma Virginia’s Oven-Fried Chicken
No-Cook Butter Pecan Ice Cream
Three raw eggs every morning — Emma Morano, Age 115 (who added that staying single is good for one’s health)
Soy sauce and eggs, a match made in culinary heaven. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
Lady & Pups’ Magic 15-Second Creamy Scrambled Eggs
Deviled Eggs; Purgatory Edition
Roger Vergé’s Fried Eggs with Wine Vinegar
Chewing on chocolate — Leandra Becerra Lumbreras, Age 127—the oldest person to ever live (she also swears by never marrying)
Dark Chocolate and Walnut Zucchini Bread
A dense, fudgy, not-too-sweet tea loaf that’s packed with zucchini (even if it doesn’t taste like it). (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
By Leslie Stephens.
