Secrets of longevity: the relatives of the oldest New Zealand woman believe that it is all about one drink

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Eileen Kars, a resident of Palmerston North, New Zealand, celebrated her 109th birthday. She was born in a family of farmers in 1913 and today is considered the oldest long-lived woman in the country.

For the first time in two years, the woman celebrated her birthday with friends and family, writes 1news. Previously, it was not allowed to hold a big holiday due to the restrictions introduced due to the pandemic. Eileen has two children, three grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. According to the oldest New Zealander, her life was “full and happy”. She was happily married until her husband's death – they lived together for 54 years.

As her relatives note, Eileen Kars can also boast of an active lifestyle. So, at the age of 95, she drove a car, went to dances, played bowling, golf and loved horseback riding. According to the granddaughters, one of the secrets of the grandmother's longevity may be that she does everything for her relatives. Also, the fact that she grew up on a farm and was used to hardships may have played a role.

Relatives say that the secret of Eileen Kars' longevity is also that she drinks a lot of a drink called Milo. This is a ready-made drink, which is usually sold as a powder and diluted with water. It is very popular in New Zealand, Australia, a number of countries in Asia and Africa. The list of ingredients may differ in different countries, but the basis of the recipe is barley, milk powder, cocoa and sugar.