‘It seems to make us happier’
After 20 years of interviewing centenarians and visiting “Blue Zones,” the areas in the world where people tend to live the longest, Dan Buettner learned something that he didn’t expect. …
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8 ways to use honey, one of Ikaria’s secret ingredients for longevity
From beans to greens, there are many foods that make up the traditional diets of people in the Blue Zones, a handful of areas in the world where people tend …
It’s ‘easier to be happier here’
When Rubia Daniels heard a town in Italy was selling off abandoned homes for 1 euro each (or roughly $1.05), she had to take a look herself. The Berkeley, Calif., …
How to eat for a long, healthy life
Valter Longo has been studying longevity in Italy for nearly 20 years, but having grown up in regions like Molochio, Calabria, he would say he’s been interested in how to …
People in this remote valley live to 100âthey follow 5 distinct diet and lifestyle habits for longevity
In a little-known mountainous area called Hunza Valley, located far north of Pakistan, people seem to defy all medical odds. It is primarily home to the Burusho and Wakhi people, …
I was miserable in my 30s. Then I turned 50, and I’ve never been happier—here’s the No. 1 reason why
Why higher emotional intelligence boosts happiness Emotional intelligence, which is the capacity to understand and control our emotions, as well as being sensitive to others’ feelings, nurtures our relationships and …
I talked to 263 of the world’s longest-living people—their 9 ‘non-negotiables’ for a long, happy life
For the past 20 years, I’ve traveled across the world to study the five Blue Zones — areas in which people live exceptionally long lives: Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, …
It’s ‘less than you might think’
Exercising is the key to boosting health and longevity, but it can be challenging to fit into our busy schedules. As a fitness trainer, I see a lot of people …
Taurine supplements may lengthen lifespan. Here’s what research shows
Taurine, an amino acid that humans produce naturally, is the latest anti-aging supplement that shows potential for increasing longevity. The amino acid can be found naturally in animal products and …