You might say Blue Zones are devoid of blue screens. However, it would be nearly impossible to replicate all of the socio-economic, demographic, geographic, and nutritional conditions that have led to ...

The concept of blue zones, first popularized by Dan Buettner in 2005, introduced the idea that certain regions around the world were home to exceptional longevity. These areas, which Buettner ...

Researchers in Finland have identified a potential Blue Zone in Ostrobothnia, Finland. A Blue Zone is a region recognized as having longer life expectancies and better overall health than other parts ...

Research on the world’s longest-lived populations identifies beans as a daily dietary cornerstone, highlighting relevance for ...

Want to live to 100? Researching blue zones, areas where people live exceptionally long lives can provide some lessons. Longevity researcher Dan Buettner identified 5 of them Sardinia, Italy, Earia, ...

The average life expectancy in the U.S. is just over 78 years — but in certain countries and regions, more people make it past 100, seemingly without even trying. What are the secrets of these pockets ...

Wood is a medical journalist and author. Her most recent novel is “The Leap Year Gene of Kit McKinley.” Topol is a cardiologist, executive vice president, and professor, at Scripps Research. When ...

A new study by World Depopulation, a global demographics analytics tool, reveals new Blue Zone cities, urban areas where residents have the highest odds of living past 100. This voice experience is ...

Explore the habits of the world’s longest-living communities and how to apply them to your life. Explore the habits of the world’s longest-living communities and how to apply them to your life.