But when it was named one of the world’s five Blue Zones, in 2006 ... s centenarians point to a life of physical work, little stress and laughter for their health – no doubt giving rise ...

While the Blue Zone residents experience stress like anyone else, they have daily routines to help them shed it, such as taking a midday nap or socialising over a drink. Buettner believes ...

Sure. But there are plenty of other factors contributing to the long lives of Blue Zone populations. A broadly plant-based diet is definitely one of them, but sleep quality, low stress ...

When people live longer, it becomes increasingly necessary to adjust financial planning and management ... Rica, blue zone refer to this as “pura vida,” slowing down and eliminating stress.