4) Spain
Spain is 7th on WHO’s ranking of healthcare systems. The average man lives until 80.1 years old and the average woman until 85.5. The Mediterranean diet, low in saturated fat, heavy on fish, fruit, vegetables and olive oil is a likely reason the European country has low rates of heart disease and many types of cancers. The Spanish culture also heavily emphasizes family and taking care of relatives who are ill. The elderly are less likely to live alone and falls are rarely fatal. The moderate climate encourages outdoor activities and Spaniards walk a lot. Nonetheless, Spain, like much of the world faces rising obesity rates, and a 20 percent unemployment rate is certainly a source of stress.
