Episode 050: Welcome to this week’s episode of Real Health Radio.
In 2004, Dan Buettner teamed up with National Geographic and the world’s best longevity researchers to identify pockets around the world where people live measurably longer lives. As part of the research they identified 9 different principles that all these areas had in common that supported their long lives. As part of today’s podcast I go through these different principles.
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Move regularly and naturally
00:05:50
The problems with sitting
00:09:00
Know your purpose
00:13:00
Man’s Search For Meaning
00:15:45
Know how to relax and unwind
00:20:35
Mindful eating
00:23:30
Why the Blue Zones don’t over consume food
00:25:50
Eat a diet that includes lots of plants
00:30:00
The two features of the best diet
00:33:05
Drink alcohol in moderation
00:38:15
Putting loved ones first
00:40:15
The benefits of healthy relationships
00:47:00
Having the right tribe
00:48:05
Belonging to a faith-based community
00:52:25
The Nun Study and how it supports the Blue Zones
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