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In Spain, over 20,000 people have reached the status of centenarians, a phenomenon that continues to grow as more individuals aspire to join the select “Supercentenarian Club.” This movement is being led by Dr. Manuel de la Peña, a renowned cardiologist and longevity expert.
On July 10th, Engraciano González celebrated his 110th birthday, expressing that he feels in better shape than he did at 60. Dr. de la Peña has highlighted Engraciano’s extraordinary vitality and memory, attributes he attributes to his healthy lifestyle habits, which include a balanced diet and daily walks, especially in his garden. Additionally, his positive attitude and strong faith are factors that, according to the doctor, have significantly contributed to his longevity. With a blood pressure of 130/70 and a total cholesterol of 106, Engraciano has passed the longevity test, positioning him favorably in terms of cardiovascular health.
As a birthday gift, Dr. de la Peña presented Engraciano with a model airplane from Iberia, since he worked for 37 years as the maintenance chief at the airline. In a gesture full of optimism, the centenarian asked the doctor to use his contacts to continue contributing to Iberia, despite having retired 47 years ago. In another emotional gesture, de la Peña gifted him a rosary, a present that Engraciano received with deep gratitude, reflecting his love for life.
Engraciano’s life, along with his family consisting of three children and several multilingual grandchildren, has been documented in various videos promoted by Dr. de la Peña. These videos have garnered over 7 million views in recent months and are part of a broader research initiative by the doctor, compiled into a guide titled “Guide to Living Healthy for 120 Years.” This document has gained popularity by offering valuable advice on how to achieve a long and healthy life.
Dr. Manuel de la Peña has dedicated his career to researching the keys to longevity, and his work has revealed a remarkable presence of supercentenarians in Spain, placing the country among the world leaders in life expectancy. With over 235 clinical interviews of individuals who have surpassed 100 years of age, de la Peña has established himself as a respected expert on the subject, actively participating in conferences and publications addressing longevity.
Referrer: MiMub in Spanish
