The best part of traveling to another country is bringing a tiny piece of it home — seashells, pottery, a painting by a local artist. But what if your souvenir could be a healthy habit? We take you around the world and tell you what you can learn from your neighbors. And then, if you’d like to speak to someone closer to home about your health habits, call 1.800.4BAYLOR for a referral to a physician on the medical staff at a Baylor Health Care System medical center.
Canada
Things are getting fishy in Canada. Compared with Americans, Canadians eat nearly four times as much fresh fish and seafood, a great source of lean protein and omega-3s.
Brazil
Beach volleyball is a popular pastime in Brazil—second only to soccer. And it’s quite the calorie burner. A 155-pound person can torch 298 calories in 30 minutes.
Nigeria
This country shuns cigarettes. It has the lowest percent of smokers in the world—6 percent compared with 24 percent in the U.S.
France
Eat like the French? Try, sleep like the French. They hit the hay the longest, averaging eight and a half hours of shut-eye each night.
Hong Kong
Women in Hong Kong have the longest life expectancy in the world at 86.7 years. Maybe that’s because their diet consists mainly of fish, rice, vegetables and tofu.
Poland
In Poland, they take eating their fruits and veggies seriously. In a study by the European Food Information Council, Polish people ate the most produce in Europe. It’s no surprise when you consider that cabbage and beetroot are dietary staples.
The Netherlands
They’re big bikers there, with 30 percent of all trips made by bicycle. These bike rides are made easier by the fact that the country boasts nearly 12,000 miles of bike lanes and paths.
See the full infographic at BaylorHealth.com.
Need a Physician?
To find a physician who can help you with all your health needs, call 1.800.4BAYLOR or visit FindDrRight.com for a referral to a physician on the medical staff at a Baylor Health Care System medical center.
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