A place where disproportionate number of people live a healthy life for a very long time, such as Sardinia, Okinawa, Loma Linda, Ikaria, and Costa Rica.
Sardinia, Italy is among of one of the blue zones spots, which produces a local wine with highest levels of polyphenols and antioxidants. The diet higher in selenium, zinc, calcium, and phosphorus content of goat’s milk, which are essential for the ideal immune system activity promote healthy aging. Another advantage is the strength in their bone density and consequently low risk of fractures.
Okinawa, Japan – Okinawans consume a low fat diet, based on fruits and vegetables. They also consume fresh fish and tofu as protein sources. Their diet is also abundant in minerals phytoestrogen, which …show more content…
80% Rule - “Hara hachi bu” – the Okinawan, believe that we should stop eating before reaching the fullness and tightness sensation. According to Okinawan, hunger can be satiated with 80% full. 20% empty space in the stomach is not recognized by the body and will not leave us hungry. It is also important to keep a routine in eating habits, as eating small portions in the afternoon and not eating anymore until the end of the day.
5. Plant Slant- eating vast selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, with great fighting disease properties and nutrients, not only will transform our body, but also our health. Most centenarian diets are based on beans, including fava, black, soy, and lentils.
6. Wine @ five another healthy habit of Blue Zones people (excluding Adventists) is drinking 1-2 glasses of wine each day regularly. The moderate consumption of wine has been proven to low the heart attack incidence, some types of cancer and some neurological conditions. The dose recommended is one glass for women and two glasses for men.
7. Right tribe – Social circles community not only enforces healthy activities but also create tight-knit communities that mingle regularly. Evaluating who you spend time with, and bonding with strong friendship, will add extra years to your lifespan. Research from the Framingham Studies demonstrates that smoking, obesity, happiness, and isolation are
Sardinia, Italy is among of one of the blue zones spots, which produces a local wine with highest levels of polyphenols and antioxidants. The diet higher in selenium, zinc, calcium, and phosphorus content of goat’s milk, which are essential for the ideal immune system activity promote healthy aging. Another advantage is the strength in their bone density and consequently low risk of fractures.
Okinawa, Japan – Okinawans consume a low fat diet, based on fruits and vegetables. They also consume fresh fish and tofu as protein sources. Their diet is also abundant in minerals phytoestrogen, which …show more content…
80% Rule - “Hara hachi bu” – the Okinawan, believe that we should stop eating before reaching the fullness and tightness sensation. According to Okinawan, hunger can be satiated with 80% full. 20% empty space in the stomach is not recognized by the body and will not leave us hungry. It is also important to keep a routine in eating habits, as eating small portions in the afternoon and not eating anymore until the end of the day.
5. Plant Slant- eating vast selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, with great fighting disease properties and nutrients, not only will transform our body, but also our health. Most centenarian diets are based on beans, including fava, black, soy, and lentils.
6. Wine @ five another healthy habit of Blue Zones people (excluding Adventists) is drinking 1-2 glasses of wine each day regularly. The moderate consumption of wine has been proven to low the heart attack incidence, some types of cancer and some neurological conditions. The dose recommended is one glass for women and two glasses for men.
7. Right tribe – Social circles community not only enforces healthy activities but also create tight-knit communities that mingle regularly. Evaluating who you spend time with, and bonding with strong friendship, will add extra years to your lifespan. Research from the Framingham Studies demonstrates that smoking, obesity, happiness, and isolation are