Seoul, South Korea – Seven Eleven, a leading convenience store chain in South Korea, has announced a partnership with Professor Jeong Hee-won, a renowned geriatric medicine specialist at Seoul Asan Medical Center, to introduce a new series of ready-to-eat meals designed to promote "low-speed aging."
Professor Jeong, widely recognized as a leading advocate for healthy aging in South Korea, has gained a significant following through her YouTube channel "Jeong Hee-won's Low-Speed Aging" and her book on low-speed aging diets.
The newly launched ready-to-eat meals, developed in collaboration with Professor Jeong, feature five unique options that adhere to the principles of low-speed aging. These meals incorporate nutrient-rich grains like lentils, oats, and brown rice, which are known to help prevent metabolic diseases and chronic illnesses. The meals also include high-quality protein sources such as chicken breast and a variety of vegetables to ensure both taste and nutritional value.
Seven Eleven conducted extensive testing, involving over 30 samples, to refine the recipes under Professor Jeong's guidance. The company has set strict standards for sodium content, grain composition, and overall nutritional value. Notably, the sodium content in these new products is reduced by up to 50% compared to conventional ready-to-eat meals.
A standout product in the series is the "Chicken Breast Steak Bento." This meal features a balanced combination of lentil and brown rice, grilled chicken breast, fried tofu, and a fresh salad, encapsulating the core principles of low-speed aging diets. Other highlights include the "Bigger Chicken Breast and Grain Rice Triangle Kimbap," which incorporates a blend of lentils, brown rice, and white rice topped with sesame-dressed chicken breast, and the "Whole Grain Mustard Chicken Breast Kimbap" filled with a medley of grains, whole grain mustard-flavored chicken breast and cabbage salad.
"As ready-to-eat meals have become a staple for busy modern people, the demand for high-quality, healthy food options has grown significantly," said Im Yi-sun, Food Team Leader at Seven Eleven. "Seven Eleven is committed to developing innovative products that cater to the diverse needs of our customers, focusing on trust, variety, and health. Through this partnership with Professor Jeong, we aim to offer convenient and nutritious meals that contribute to a healthier lifestyle."
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