The vegetable

But if there’s one food Madame Chiang consistently relied on, it was celery. Far from a boring diet staple, celery was a cornerstone of her longevity plan.

Rich in vitamins, carotenoids, and antioxidants, it supports heart health, fights free radicals, and promotes overall wellness.

“Celery is simple, inexpensive, and incredibly nourishing,” she once noted.

And combined with her disciplined eating habits, it helped her stay vibrant, even in her 100s.