Longevity Secrets (And Controversies) From The Blue Zones | Dan Buettner

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<p dir="ltr">Insights from the places on the planet where people apparently live the longest and healthiest lives.<strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.bluezones.com/dan-buettner/">Dan Buettner</a> is an explorer, National Geographic Fellow, and journalist. He has written a series of bestselling books, including <a href= "https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-blue-zones-of-happiness-lessons-from-the-world-s-happiest-people-dan-buettner/15714041?ean=9781426219634"> The Blue Zones of Happiness</a> and <a href= "https://bookshop.org/book/9781426220135">The Blue Zones Kitchen: 100 Recipes for Living to 100</a>. He is also the host of the Netflix show, <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81214929">Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The origin story of the Blue Zones</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The nine common denominators, or Power Nine, to longevity.</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The surprising information about much maligned foods such as pasta and bread</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why trying to pursue good health can actually work against you</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why the single most important factor in longevity isn't advertised on instagram </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Tips for integrating Blue Zones wisdom into your daily life, including designing a life where you move more naturally</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And some of the critiques and controversies surrounding his work</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a><strong><br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Link to Buettner's collaborators' response on demographics: <a href= "https://academic.oup.com/gerontologist/article/65/12/gnaf246/8381533?login=false"> https://academic.oup.com/gerontologist/article/65/12/gnaf246/8381533?login=false</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Saul Newman's critique of Blue Zones methodology:<br /> <a href= "https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/704080v3">https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/704080v3</a></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">This episode is sponsored by:<br /> <br /> BetterHelp: See the reviews, see what stands out, and see if BetterHelp is right for you. Visit <a href= "http://betterhelp.com/HAPPIER">betterhelp.com/HAPPIER</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">Function: Join at <a href= "http://functionhealth.com/HAPPIER">functionhealth.com/HAPPIER</a> and use gift code HAPPIER25. @Function #FunctionPartner.<br /> <br /> Northwest Registered Agent: Visit <a href= "http://northwestregisteredagent.com/HappierFree">northwestregisteredagent.com/HappierFree</a> and start using free resources to build something amazing.</p> <p dir="ltr">Warby Parker: Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at <a href= "http://warbyparker.com/HAPPIER">WarbyParker.com/HAPPIER</a> — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad</p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>