Joaquim Martins celebrated 105 years of age, an extraordinary milestone considering that average life expectancy in Portugal is 84 years for women and 79 for men. The birthday celebrant maintains simple, daily habits, such as drinking coffee every day after lunch.
Throughout his long life, Joaquim Martins faced difficult moments. He himself admitted that there were times when he suffered a lot, although the article does not specify what those difficulties were.
The article highlights the contrast between Joaquim Martins' exceptional longevity and the national life expectancy statistics, suggesting that his life spanning more than a century represents a remarkable feat.
