[Documentary] The Secret of the Fountain of Youth: Hunza Food Culture (Pakistan)

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Join us on a captivating journey to Hunza Valley, nestled in the breathtaking Karakoram Mountains. Discover the secrets behind the exceptional longevity of the Hunza people and explore their vibrant food culture. From lush landscapes to bustling markets, we unveil the key ingredients, cooking techniques, and "Hunza water" that contribute to their vitality. Immerse yourself in their active lifestyle and gain inspiration from their deep connection to nature. Subscribe now to uncover the fascinating world of Hunza Valley's long life secrets and food traditions.
00:00 - Intro
04:33 - Part I: The Hunza Diet
07:16 - Part II: The Hunza Apricot
12:02 - Part III: The mountain herbs of Hunza
14:44 - Part IV: The magical glaciers' water
16:35 - Part V: The traditional Hunza way of Life
19:02 - Part VI: The end of the fountain of youth
26:04 - Part VII: The renewal of the local cuisine
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[@SirMund]

I'm a Filipino I never thought Pakistan has thiz amazing beauty of nature!!! Promote Pakistan!!! Hunza

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@vcom2327]

I visited the Hunsa valley in the 1980s, when it was still traditional and very isolated. Very difficult to to reach. I was the only tourist. A beautiful place!

[@perad1895]

What's it like now? Probably the only place in Pakistan I'd wanna visit tbh

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Less isolated, more globalised but still special. It has kept a lot of traditions and is still breathtaking!@@perad1895

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

I wish I could have experienced that!

[@perad1895]

@@Seedsofdiscovery Awesome! will defo have to visit!!

[@macfamilyoflove]

Is the Dha Hanu valley still isolated?

[@AGreen-gv7iv]

As a child ( over 50yrs ago) I remember reading a book about the longevity of the hunza people and their consumption of apricot kernals..very interesting!

[@Padraigp]

Lots of old people do that the Japanese I believe do that as well that island of people ...kaybe I'm misremembering I often confuse Japan and China 😂 oops

[@hildanoemiscatena2379]

I went to Hunza Valley in 2015. Is a magic place...there aren't words to describe so marvellous places

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

It is indeed an out of this world place!

[@mumuzeze]

As a busy young mom I rarely take time to watch things. This was stunning. I am American born to Pakistani immigrants. I am trying to repair my relationship with food since Ramadan 2023. I am obese, I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. Eating Whole Foods is hard in America where fast food is cheaper than fresh fruits and vegetables. And people prefer fast food over these “bland boring” foods. These fast food franchises have glamorizes their bad food and over portions and using apps and technology to get to us. I am done. I am going back to my roots. Fasting 14 hours minimum daily and eating fruits and vegetables and plant based proteins and occasional meats. I feel better and hopefully the scale will show better too. Took me 30 years to realize this and I know it will take me years to take these 100 pounds off. But in the process I hope my kids will never have this poor relationship with food like I did. I hope they will appreciate the food naturally grown and we have set up the backyard with planters to grow our own tomatoes and other vegetables to gain some appreciation of our natural world.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

I wish you luck and all the best! A healthier diet will definitely make a positive impact!

[@antoniospanayiotou8619]

Good luck my dear, your attitude is admirable

[@jayalalithabalasubramaniam3000]

*Low Carb Moderate Protein High Fat * Way Of Eating Is Nutritious. Lchf / Keto Is The Only Way To Get Rid Of Autoimmune Disorder, Inflammation. Listen To Dr. Stephen Phinney, Dr. Jeff Volek, Prof. Tim Noakes, Dr. Benjamin Bikman, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Perl Mutter, Chiropractor Eric Berg Etc.... ❤From Chennai India.

[@naveedwarraich1550]

It's food however it's worth checking thyroid and other hormones which often get disrupted post natal. Dr Naveed

[@sarasitwat7690]

Dear Good Girl. You are doing well, but keep in mind it will take time. So don't give up. Perseverance is the key to success. May Allah shower His Blessings on you. 👍🤲

[@wixzam]

Thanks for showing me home man. It's true that a lot of things have changed today. But, life has become much easier for the people of Hunza now. There was a shortage of food once in the region, but people don't have that issue anymore. People have been exercising less now due to all the ease they are enjoying. The lifespan is still very high in the region. My grandma is around 95 years old. I believe that the secret to a long life is mainly due to connectivity of the people, less stress, and healthy minds. People don't worry about things and have all the time in the world. The food and environment play a good role in longevity, but happiness in general plays a very crucial role. The people of Hunza are mainly fun-loving, respectful, and cheerful.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! It definitely plays a role there! I am glad this little documentary shot true to you :)

[@bluespangle]

This place seems indeed a gem. I hope it will remain unspoiled.

[@sonyajohnson1897]

A few years ago, in mid-life my health had plummeted to an all-time low. I attended a Lifestyle seminar by Dr Errol Brice on an Organic Plant-based diet. It took me over a year to transition. In two years, I lost 90 lbs, only taking one pill, but the dosage was cut in half, and am in peak health at 65. When I see the unadulterated land in which fruits and veggies contain peak nutrients, I can only wish for a place like the Hunza Valley to purchase my produce. Love the documentary!

[@hhydar883]

Thank you for showing this beautiful part of Northern Pakistan to the world. Hunza is an incredible place with kindest people. They grow most of their food themselves which is high quality and organic at best. No wonder they live long healthy life. 😍 Love my brothers up North, greetings from Punjab.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@gentjanhasani5955]

Hunza - litlle nose. Burrashka - man's language. Balt istan - place of mud. Kalash - people of castle. Bubulina - thunder. Pamir - good view. Don't give up to your way of life Hunza people.

[@MrAldo72_]

These words are albanians .... The world 🌎 must know that ...

[@OfficalHoneySingh]

A meticulously crafted film that authentically represents the essence of Hunza. It's important to note that the community is referred to as "Wakhi" people, not "Wahi." Your dedication to accurately capturing the spirit of the region shines through in your work.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you so much! Hahah yes I get that a lot! I am preparing a documentary on Shimshal valley which is Wakhi, will make sure to spell it right this time!

[@tedtombling2770]

I first learned of the Hunza region in a couple of books I read while living in Hong Kong around 1989 for three years., loaned to me by people who used to trek there regularly. I never managed to get there myself and over the years the political climate and other priorities in my life have prevented a visit to Pakistan. Maybe, one day, my dream will come true. This film has brought the dream back. The Hunza valley reminds me of the Zanskar region and the high mountains which make up the valley walls, an area I have managed to visit. The story of how food has changed in the region by the imports of food from outside is a common story of areas once famed for their remoteness. The staples of peas, buck wheat and barley are similar in the Indian Himalaya, but the improvement of roads and increase in tourism has also changed the diet of local people. Someone I know really well has, this year, started selling ice cream in Padum, the main town of Zanskar, with a machine they invested in, the main ingredient being milk cream imported in cartons from outside the region. A wonderful film and with an articulate commentary.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you very much for your kind words! Hopefuly one day you will have the opportunity to visit in the flesh!

[@Daffodils786]

Aaahhh my lovely Hunza valley,another world altogether.

[@nasreenakhtar7029]

Proud to be hunzai and Pakistani 🇵🇰 Pakistan zindabad

[@swagatamahapatra2454]

U r Indian

[@th3rdp4rdy64]

Imagine a world where people shared all seed bearing plants fruits berries and veggies and farmed their own food

[@Chris-cx8vr]

Excellent documentary! really enjoyed it. What a beautiful place, and fascinating people and culture. It is a shame to see the culture being eroded so much by western influences though

[@MegaLivingIt]

Beautiful country and the flowering apricot trees are lovely. The air must be so fresh and healthy there also. 🧡

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

The blossom period is so short but so pretty! It feels a bit like Japan :) And yes after Lahore, this is such a good upolluted air!

[@vision385]

I believe it's the location of hunza that contributes to a healthy life and its isolation from pollution

[@greenyellow1200]

AMAZING BEAUTIFUL 🥰 RESPECT FROM MALAYSIA 🇲🇾💖

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@JamilaNawazVlogs]

Amazing documentary. Hunza is beautiful indeed.

[@piks73]

One of the best documentary based on facts and knowledge. Every place has its own food and drinks and the purest form always keeps us healthy.. Thanks for sharing such valueable details of Hunza Valley .

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you very much!

[@John_O_Connor]

Pakistan = Cradle of Civilization ❤🇵🇰 Mehrgarh, Harappa, Mohanjo-Daro, Indus Valley, Gandhara, Taxila...all Pakistani heritage sites.

[@giridharm5598]

Cradle of civilization born in 1945😊

[@inammir1979]

@@giridharm5598butthurt…

[@AI-ok1ch]

@@giridharm5598 LIER LOL INDIA FORMED IN 1947 ONLY

[@milankarki5875]

I see the efforts that you had put while making this video. Lots of informative and well researched. wishing best for the Hunza people too. Thanks to all team and thanks to the Hunza People

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@elisabetta4478]

The US's Fast Food chains must watch this content, so are people from around the globe. It has been a moment of reflection for me. Thank you.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@neelum1]

Thank you for making such a beautiful documentary of the hidden jewel of Pakistan, so beautiful and so pure.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you very much for your comment! I am glad I was able to picture it right!

[@TheNorthern1]

Great documentary ❤! I recommend to watch this documentary!

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@milindbansode695]

Excellent information Thanks a lot Sirji

[@Dr_Naeem_Awan]

I visited hunza recently. Beautiful place and really best tour of my life . Very gentle and friendly people

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

People definitely contribute to making this place great! Everyone is so nice!

[@ngc7006delphine]

❤wonderful...thank you

[@ArifKhan-hw2wi]

Amazing place ❤

[@muhammadimransaif9240]

Thanks for your work about hunza

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@bhterziqree1213]

❤❤❤ this documentary..👍👍👍😍

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@user-mk1fj3lr2k]

Nice subject, very informative 👍 Thank you

[@mosconi4539]

Very well done,thank you.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thanks!

[@sabrinaanwar69]

An excellent documentary about Hunza Valley. Indeed the place and people are amazing which makes the place more valuable. Beautiful Pakistan💚 Lovely Hunza🤍

[@abrarcheema9105]

Very beautiful views ❤ 👌

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Have you ever been to Pakistan? If so, what did you think of it? Share your experience in the comments!

[@simeonlewi3853]

To Pakistan? No, too Scary. Because based on news to many terrorist there (but hopefully it is not true).

[@hinanochick]

pakistan belongs to india doesnt it? all i hear about Pakistan is that women are not free and all that honor death very backwards i would be terrified to visit

[@brucenenke-vk5nk]

They were honest and really freindly, as a western woman it is safe dressed respectfully but you'll get a lot of attention but remember the Pakistan government only control 60% of Pakistan.

[@hke.4475]

​@@hinanochicklmao india with fake account

[@rajamumtaz5078]

Thank you for this excellent video ever uploaded by anyone this far. Best wishes from London

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you so much!

[@ogathingo8885]

Not only the food but clean environment , mental health and lifestyle give them longevity….

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Definitely!

[@pietsnot7002]

Very nice documentary, thank you 🙏

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@albionrovers6018]

Proud about those illyrian warriors of Alexanderer the great . All their toponymes are in perfect Albanian

[@dieuhoa1111]

Excellent video. Very informative documentary. With ❤ from Vietnam

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@anzac08]

great show... well done.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Trade2e]

Well articulated facts Searched well enough Good work

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@SirMund]

Wow,, amazing,, Plzz create more videos,,

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! I have made a couple more videos already on the channel, you can check them out!

[@emiliayonekokumata7167]

Extremely interesting documentary. Thank you so much for showing this beautiful region in Pakistan. Watching from Brazil.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Muito obrigadooo!

[@rinchendolkar1919]

We were connected to a great extend with North-eastern part of Pakistan in the past, that's the reason I'm not surprised by looking at the similarities between us, be it the geography( high peaks all around), livestocks( like yaks), eating habits (buckwheat pancakes, barley, wheat, peas), Vegetation ( crops, and apricots,apples,walnut) ,language (their Balti language ) & people (resemblance to some extend). BTW I'm from Ladakh,India and the situations are the same here, as we are also witnessing rapid changes, which seemed interesting at first but now this urbanization seems going out of our hands after Government of India declared us as UT in 2019 and is affecting our native/old lifestyle because of limitless tourists influx. Hoping to visit there once to feel our historical connection ❤

[@nb4394]

Congratulations for your work 👏👏👏

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@ArifKhan-hw2wi]

Nice work. Would love to visit

[@josephinedongliyen1802]

Beautiful

[@drrehmanalvi2296]

Excellent documentary about Hunza valley .At the same time there are many myths about the valley , especially life expectancy. The chronic disease are common including cancer and chronic infectious disease. The mental health problems are quite common including depression, anxiety and other serious psychology problems resulting higher suicidal deaths .

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you for your comment! It is definitely statements to take with caution!

[@md.manirulislamkhan4720]

i would luv to visit!!!!

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

I would definitely recommend! It's one of my favorite place on earth. So beautiful!

[@ghzltnsr20]

Superb video

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@ChristopherBowly]

Excellent video - very many thanks. Very interesting & very informative with wonderful photography. I have really enjoyed my 'armchair' travel in a beautiful place & only regret I am unable to go. Thankyou to all.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you so much! That means a lot to me! Hopefully you will still be able to go one day!

[@arin-arim]

very informative

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thanks!

[@M.S.Islamic_Boy]

👍beautiful

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@UsmanNitrate]

Wonderful ❤

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@user-qt4kq7no6p]

Very beautiful and amazing ❤

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@maverick_musafir]

A wonderful Video capturing Landscapes of mesmerising and unparalleled beauty. 👌👌 Beautiful presentation with some good research. 👍👍 But felt a premonition. With the construction of the highway and development of businesses, modern civilization is making its entry from the lower planes. This may be the beginning of the end of the Hunza way of Life.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! Unfortunately, I think this is already underway but all cultures evolve so we can only hope that the valley will keep its identity while embracing modernity!

[@bler9572]

These are the descendants of Alexander the Great, they are of Albanian descent from the Illyrian kingdom from the Balkans They have preserved the Albanian language and still speak Albanian

[@masoudlone1849]

Hunza,the valley of the immortals.this valley has my heart from indian administered Kashmir.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

It's one of the most beautiful places in the world for sure!

[@williamhenry3337]

High quality VERY well made video. The people of Hunza are now experiencing what has happened to the United States. Poor quality food and sitting in front of a computer or TV all day. The new generation wants fast and convenient. Sad.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! Yes indeed, it is quite sad! I personnally don't know if the claims that they used to live more than 100 years old or even 120 years old is founded but the recent changes definitely must have decreased their health!

[@talatara-sz6jm]

Whole hunza gilgit biltistan is a heaven beautiful I love hunza

[@simbasingh9576]

Burusho people of Hunza are ancient Tocharians of Xinjiang. They share border with xinjiang where Tocharian mummies were found. They are definitely not Greek but tocharians of north western China. Ancient tocharians are believed to have a Celtic origin.

[@faree38green]

I hope to visit one day! ❤

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Fingers crossed you will be able to!

[@faree38green]

@@Seedsofdiscovery 😊

[@mubasherrfaheem8899]

A very good and helpful documentary about Hunza Valley, thank you for sharing

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

I am glad you liked it!

[@gerihaldenvlogs]

Wow

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@mehranali8782]

wonderful documentary

[@Azam_Pakistan]

Perhaps the best video seen so far on Hunza's history and sociology. Congratulations .

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank youu!

[@shernawaz4210]

really great documentary. really enjoyed it. about the upper Hunza people. it is wakhi not wahri derived from wakhan.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! Yes I know! Too bad I cannot change it! I’m doing a proper documentary on the wakhi people of Shimshal so it will be correct there! :)

[@luvLena12]

Beautiful I would love to visit

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! Definitely one of my favorite places on Earth! I can only recommend!

[@rameshkulkarni8074]

I too like to visit this beautiful valley ❤

[@2009koyama]

😮😮😮

[@ghafoorsheikh6665]

Love the location

[@ghafoorsheikh6665]

❤

[@shahnilahalibaig460]

Good

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@grimmer2005]

Seems to me that if you just Avoid the actual bad food (typical processed western food), youll just massively gain the chanses of living much longer. If you to that add to move often, and the social part of stressfree life, youve maximized your bodies capability of living long life.

[@abdullahs3842]

I visted Hunza and Khunjrab pass last week. Hunza is getting modernized with each passing day. The traditional things, foods and stories are getting vanish with older generation. In coming few years i m seeing hunza no less than a modernized western society eating KFCs, Mcdonalds and drinkin Starbucks coffee. Ps i also visited pizza pamir and yak grill , yak grill was so tasty and i m afraid that soon yak speice is also going to extinct with more influx of tourists. 😂

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Definitely afraid of the same thing!

[@Ecstaticgoat]

Hunza inspired kipling to write his famous book titled " shangarila " and as for apricots,,, they were brought yarkand now part of china, yarkand was once part of Pakistan till we bartered lands

[@MansoorTatla]

Very impressive documentary, thanks for visiting Pakistan and showing world the real face of our country. By the way which drone did you use for aerial photography?

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you! Glad you liked it! It depends, for some its stock footage i purchased otherwise it was a dji mini 2.

[@AnthonySmith-hl2pq]

ALLAH Hu Akbar ♥️✨

[@maryjaneancheta3414]

No pollution❤

[@muslimh-cs5eo]

❤ Love from northern Pakistan ❤ North Pakistan is onown as gandhara ... It was a buddhist Zoros coubtry state in oast but now it is Muslim ❤😊 And it was neverpart of India

[@user-Rayyan123]

Not north Only pothohar and hindko areas were part of Gandhara

[@muslimh-cs5eo]

@@user-Rayyan123 Lol Kpk , Swat , Peshawar , Pehawar valley also

[@user-Rayyan123]

@@muslimh-cs5eo yes. Long time ago swat and Peshawar were also hindko areas.

[@kmhuque5485]

I have also an account of his travels. I can send that too. You can compare your experience with of almost 60 years ago.

[@kmhuque5485]

Sorry, this doddering dotard does not have an Instagram account and does not intend to have one or any such social media.. He doesn't communicate in soundbites. He prefers ancient ways such as email. Anyway, I have also travelled to Kaghan Valley. Again, in the 1960s. Out of this world!

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

@kmhuque5485 No,worries! You can send it to me on my professional email: [e-mail]

[@AnthonySmith-hl2pq]

Life and Death is only by the will of ALLAH swt♥️✨

[@brucenenke-vk5nk]

It was actually the fruit orchard, the King of Chamba knew the Emir of Hunza and he build a fruit orchard in Tali his private retreat.

[@vancokolev7186]

Mascedonia is fantastic 🙏🙏🙏

[@ginameyer8832]

Beautiful ❤❤❤🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Thank you!

[@abelincoln7450]

Beautiful Place to Visit

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

It really is!

[@mvl6827]

I remember from long time ago: something about dried apricots….?

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Yes! They are very famous for it!

[@bcvan9999]

How are the Hunza people preserving their culture in the midst of the dominant Islamic neighborhood? Are they still as remote as they used to be or the main stream Pakistanis are gradually eating up their unique culture? Are Buddhism and nature religions of the region (or at least the cultural practices) still alive or have become victims like Bamiyan and Hindukush?

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

From what I understand, since the building of the Karakoram Highway, the region is far less isolated than before. There is more mixing between the rest of Pakistan and Hunza. Regarding religions, islam became dominant quite late in the region, there are still some shamanic practices but I don't believe Buddhism is still practiced.Hunza people are very proud of their culture and try their best to preserve it and as any culture it evolves with time. The local branch of islam practiced there is the ismaiili branch of shia which is quite progressive.

[@nasreenakhtar7029]

We are shia Ismaili Muslims the followers of Agha khan and we do not have conservative interpretation of islam Unlike deobandi Sunnis

[@adrianacalcada1733]

Very sad to see people from everywhere in the world drinking Coca-Cola , eating Pizza, ... and loosing their health and autenticity of habits and values. We need to change that again!

[@AKhan.28]

The pizza place is more geared towards tourists to the area, at least that's what I noticed when I visited 4 years ago. It was surprisingly good for being in such a secluded region of the world haha. I did enjoy the traditional food as well though. Hunza and all of northern Pakistan are true bucket list places to visit. The people are so hospitable and the scenery is breathtaking.

[@VerasakSahachaisaree]

Eating local yak grow naturally may be a secret of longevity.

[@darmanvet9360]

documentary looks more a french tutoring session than visiting a natural site.

[@kmhuque5485]

I have a picture of the Mir of Hunza, His Excellence Jamal Khan, taken in Hunza in 1964. If you want I can send it to you.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Definitely interested! You can send me this on instagram!

[@DhirendraBBista]

Some people in Nepal Himalayas are known to live up to100yrs❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@BiNumLi]

Sad to see this way of life slip away.

[@kumayl9849]

great ..... there is a misinformation. Rakaposhi is not in Hunza, it is in Nagar. Thank you.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

You are right! Thank you for correcting me!

[@fauzianaureen5584]

AWESOME DOCUMENTARY INDEED,THANKS. In respect of valley i will not go there. For smoke of my car may spoil their environment. 😢

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

I think it’s completely fine if you go :)

[@nasimulenterpriseagrofirm5274]

want to visit from Bangladesh

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Hopefuly you will one day!

[@csilivily]

6:43 palacsinta :D

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Haha close enough!

[@regislima5305]

Os hunzacuys são povo elegante diferente dos indianos .

[@Anonymous-1011]

Bro Information is good. But give us the scenic views and allow us to be with it.

[@Seedsofdiscovery]

Noted!

[@faydavis4605]

would like no the herbs and in the water too and want they eat