Jamaican Woman now the Oldest Living Person in the World is 117 Years Old

When I heard the news of our Jamaican woman, Violet Mosse-Brown, who is now the oldest living person in the world, I was ecstatic but not surprised. At sometime or the other, it would happen because some of our ladies are currently living at some ripe old age and they are still going strong. The Jamaican food, roots juice, and medicinal herbs are packed with health benefits.

Also referred to as aunt V, she is a super-centenarian who resides in the community of Duanvale, Trelawny, Jamaica.

I listened to her testimony and she attributed her longevity to serving her Almighty God, which is a testimony of most of our elderly people. Also, her diet comprises of less meat, omitting pork and chicken and consuming fish, mutton and cow foot periodically. Her favourite is the famous coconut rundown.

I still recall my grandmother making coconut rundown so very often. The common names are run down, run dun, dip and fall back, fling me far, and custard. It was very delicious and very nutritious, especially now, since we have learnt the many health benefits of coconut oil, which can also treat cancer and Alzheimer disease.

The main ingredient in this delicious dish is coconut milk cooked down or simmered with your favourite fish and lots of natural seasoning like thyme, garlic and onion.