A philosopher asks: Is a longer life a happier one?

By Mackenzie Graham, The Conversation

Updated 1537 GMT (2337 HKT) July 23, 2018

The Italian diet, combined with a climate that promotes outdoor activity, is thought to play an important role in healthy aging among Italians.

Photos: The countries where people live longest

Italy – The Italian diet, combined with a climate that promotes outdoor activity, is thought to play an important role in healthy aging among Italians.

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Japan has the longest-living population in the world, with the average 60-year-old going on to live until age 86. Experts say this is due to good diets, active lifestyles and supportive family structure.

Photos: The countries where people live longest