Round Table China

Work or wellness? Why not both!

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Mar 11, 2025
Gen Z is redefining wellness by blending herbal remedies with late-night adventures. They embrace traditional health practices while indulging in outdoor sports, challenging conventional self-care norms. The show dives into the growing popularity of mindful eating, including traditional foods infused with health benefits. Technology’s role in personal fitness is also explored, alongside the struggle to balance distractions from smartphones. This generation's unique approach suggests that working hard and prioritizing wellness can indeed coexist.
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INSIGHT

Gen Z's Paradoxical Lifestyle

  • Gen Z and younger millennials in China embrace seemingly contradictory lifestyle choices.
  • They enjoy both traditional wellness practices and modern indulgences.
INSIGHT

Yangsheng and the Youth

  • "Yangsheng", a traditional Chinese self-care philosophy, is gaining popularity among young people.
  • They prioritize disease prevention and proactive health management.
ANECDOTE

Sour Plum Juice Debate

  • The hosts discuss sour plum juice as a popular health drink example.
  • They debate it being medicine, highlighting different perspectives on TCM.
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