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Drinking Rosé Is the Secret to Long Life, According to This 100-Year-Old

“She wouldn’t even think of touching a glass of white or red and she is certain rosé is the way to go if you want to have a long and healthy life.”

If someone asked you to list behaviours that may help lead to a long life, you might say a diet plentiful in fresh fruit and veg, minimal booze, and regular exercise.

But when those who have actually reached the 100-year mark are asked to reveal their secrets, the answers are a little different. Take Emma Morano of North Italy, who died earlier this month aged 117 years and swore by raw eggs and staying single for increased longevity. Then there's 111-year-old Agnes from New Jersey, who says she keeps things ticking over with three beers and a shot of Scotch every day.

Now there's a new centenarian in town with another hot tip for extending the years. Ella Macleod from Glasgow, who celebrated her 100th birthday this week, says that reaching a ripe old age is all down to drinking rosé.

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