Blue zones
Blue Zones are five specific areas of the world where people consistently live over 100 years of age.
nine common practices. Called the Power 9
move naturally
don’t pump iron, run marathons or join gyms. Instead live in environments that constantly nudge you into moving without thinking about it. Grow gardens and don’t have mechanical conveniences for house and yard work.
- mental health
- have a purpose in life
- reduce stress
- diet
- practice the 80% diet rule, which is to stop eating when 80% full - calorie restriction
- favor a plant-based diet
- drink alcohol article in moderate amounts (1 a day)
- social
- belong to a community
- put family first
- keep a social circle that supports healthy behaviors.
- Loneliness is a top risk factor for a shorter life
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- longevity
- people live over 100 years in blue zones
- optimal exercise amount
- This is in contrast with “move naturally” in blue zones