Ep. 95: How to Live Longer: 12 Lessons From the Blue Zones
What if the secret to living longer isn't found in the latest supplement, workout program, or longevity hack, but in the way you live your everyday life?
In Episode 95 of The Jamin Show, I explore the Blue Zones, areas of the world known for having populations that live exceptionally long lives, and break down 12 lessons that stood out to me about the way these people live.
I also dig into the research behind these ideas and some surprising statistics connecting our everyday habits with longevity.
The goal isn't simply to add more years to your life. It's to remain healthy, capable, connected and happy enough to actually enjoy those years.
Sources & Further Reading:
WHO — Physical Activity Holt-Lunstad et al., PLOS Medicine — Social Relationships & Mortality
Wang et al., Nature Human Behaviour — Social Isolation & Loneliness
Alimujiang et al., JAMA Network Open — Life Purpose & Mortality
Lee et al., PNAS — Optimism & Longevity Belsky et al.,
Nature Aging — Caloric Restriction & Biological Aging
European Journal of Preventive Cardiology — Sitting-Rising Ability & Mortality