Dan Buettner, 63, has become a living, breathing, bean-eating example of the lifestyle he's spent two decades studying and sharing. In a way, he's created his own longevity Blue Zone.
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How to eat like a 'Blue Zone' resident
“Blue Zones” are regions where people are believed to live the longest and healthiest lives. These areas share several features in common, including eating primarily whole, plant-based and non-processed foods. Researchers have discovered that there's nothing remarkable about the willpower or genetics of “Blue Zone” residents. Instead, they've set themselves up for success by surrounding themselves with the right foods, the right people, and the right routines.
What is a 'Blue Zone'?
"Blue Zones" include parts of California, Japan, Greece, Costa Rica and Italy. People in these areas eat a local, plant-based diet, move consistently, and find purpose in their community.
From Italy and Greece to Costa Rica and Japan, there are numerous "Blue Zones" around the world.
What do 'Blue Zone' residents eat?
Forget exotic superfoods — some of the best ingredients for living a longer life may already be in your pantry.
HOW TO ‘BLUE ZONE’ YOUR OWN KITCHEN
If you're trying to eat more veggies for your health, but don’t know where to start or dread the taste, consider cooking like some of the longest living people on the planet.
You can begin transforming your own kitchen into a longevity Blue Zone with these 11 cheap tricks.
HOW TO EAT LIKE A ‘BLUE ZONE’ RESIDENT
Researcher Dan Buettner has studied flavorful recipes from areas of the world where people live longer than most.
THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE MAY ACTUALLY BE (ALMOST) FREE
Sorry to the tech execs and ultra-rich spending millions to live longer – you don't need to spend tons of money to improve your health and prolong lifespan.
Cheap ways to improve your health include drinking tea and eating more beans.
