Simple life 'secret' of longevity for Sichuan centenarians

Ma Wenxian, 105 years old, climbs stairs with a walking stick.[Photo/scol.com.cn]

At 105 years old, Ma Wenxian still has a good memory, a clear mind, good visual and hearing abilities, and smooth language. Living on the third floor, she has no trouble climbing up and down the stairs several times a day completely on her own.

Ma usually starts her day with a cup of green tea at 7 a.m., followed by a breakfast of eggs and a small bowl of corn flour soup. No matter how delicious the food is, Ma only eats until she is about 70 percent full. Fond of growing flowers and playing mahjong, Ma is known for her good temper and has never argued with neighbors in dozens of years.