In the year of the Rabbit 2025, Mr. Tran Cach in Lam Vuong village (Xuan Lien commune, Nghe Xuan district, Ha Tinh province) turned 105. At this advanced age, he remains sharp-minded and healthy, requiring minimal assistance from his family in daily activities. His longevity秘诀 lies not only in his diet but also in his positive lifestyle and optimistic attitude.
Mr. Tran Cach, 105 years old, still takes care of himself and maintains healthy habits daily.
Scientific Diet: Seafood as the Key Ingredient
Ms. Tran Thi Thong (73 years old), Mr. Cach’s daughter-in-law, shared that he is very attentive to his daily meals. Every morning, he wakes up early to clean himself and enjoys a bowl of cereal with hot milk. For the two main meals, his menu typically includes white rice, steamed fish, soup, and green vegetables.
“Seafood is an indispensable part of my father’s meals,” Ms. Thong said. “He rarely eats meat, occasionally having a piece of pork for variety.”
Rich in omega-3 and nutrients, steamed fish plays a crucial role in Mr. Cach’s health.
Nutrition experts note that seafood is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and essential nutrients, which help protect the heart, enhance brain function, and prevent aging. Maintaining the habit of eating seafood regularly may be one of the key factors contributing to Mr. Cach’s robust health at such an advanced age.
Disciplined Lifestyle: Regular Exercise
In addition to paying attention to his diet, Mr. Cach also maintains a routine of regular exercise. In his youth, he used to run several kilometers every day. As he aged, he switched to walking about 5-10km per day. Even now, despite some decline in health, he still keeps up light exercises like walking around his yard and doing arm swings.
Regular exercise helps Mr. Cach stay flexible and mentally sharp.
Furthermore, he completely avoids alcohol and smoking—factors that can harm long-term health. This underscores the importance of building a healthy lifestyle from a young age.
Positive Spirit: An Essential Factor
Mr. Cach emphasizes the role of optimism in life. “I always teach my grandchildren to be united and loving towards each other. Only then can the family be happy and society develop,” he shares.
Mr. Cach currently has 27 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. All have grown up under his sincere guidance and example. Additionally, he actively participates in community activities at the Veterans’ Association and the Senior Citizens’ Association of Xuan Lien commune.
Mr. Cach serves as a model for family unity and community contribution.
A Meaningful Life: From Battlefield to Peaceful Living
Born into a poor fishing family, Mr. Cach started going out to sea to catch seafood at the age of 12. In 1950, when his wife was pregnant with their third child, he decided to join the military and participate in the resistance against the French. During those years of combat, he achieved many victories and became a source of pride for his hometown.
Mr. Cach once served as a field artillery soldier, contributing to the historic victory at Dien Bien Phu.
After retiring from the military, he continued to contribute to his local community as a squad leader and cooperative manager. During the Vietnam War, he took on the task of transporting goods by sea to support the troops.
Conclusion: A Role Model of Persistence and Optimism
Mr. Tran Cach’s life clearly demonstrates that living a long and healthy life depends not only on genetic factors but also on a combination of scientific diet, disciplined lifestyle, and positive attitude. He is a shining example of how to overcome difficulties, contribute to society, and preserve family values.
Learn from Mr. Cach’s story and apply it to your own life. By maintaining healthy habits and nurturing a positive spirit, you too can lead a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Mr. Cach is always the one connecting the community and spreading positive energy.
