Peru claims world's oldest human title with 124-yr-old, born in 1900

Peruvian officials suggest the Andean mountains hold the key to longevity, with Marcelino Abad, claimed to be 124 years old. Abad's healthy lifestyle and peaceful demeanor in Huanuco are highlighted. Peruvian authorities support his Guinness World Records recognition. Abad's vitality secret includes a diet rich in fruits and lamb meat, and chewing coca leaves.

from Times of India https://ift.tt/B7eY9QR