India's Oldest Man Swears by Meditation and Vedas

At 113 years and 14 days, Henry Allingham who lives near Brighton in the UK, is the world's oldest man. The secret of his long
life? Cigarettes, whisky, and wild, wild women.

At 112, Pandit Sudhakar Chaturvedi of Bangalore is a year younger than Allingham. So, what's the secret of his long life, free of diabetes, blood pressure and arthritis? Rather staid stuff -- loving (doesn't include wild women though), laughing, strict vegetarian diet, vitamin tablets and a passion for the Vedas.

This sprightly centenarian gives lectures, writes articles, is a consultant and walks around comfortably with a walking stick. India's seniormost citizen's zest for life is infectious: "I have more to do in my life." (More)

Soutce: Times of India