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Blue Zones: How they are gradually shaping the diet and lifestyle of America

November 5, 2020

Blue Zones are different regions of the world where residents have been statistically proven to live longer, healthier, and more productive lifestyles
Majority of people living in Blue Zones can live up to 90 years and beyond
The Blue Zone project has been set up in the United States to help communities consume healthier foods and improve their overall lifestyle

Have you heard of the term “Blue Zone?” Perhaps not. If that’s the case, then you’ll be pleased to know that it’s actually a phrase coined by Dan Buettner, a world-renowned National Geographic Fellow and Explorer—Emmy Award-winning journalist and producer— who used it to refer to five regions of the world where residents live a happier and more productive lifestyle. Statistically speaking, a majority of individuals in these Blue Zones live up to 90 years and beyond. To put this into perspective, the average life expectancy in the United States currently stands at 79 years. The five Blue Zones in question are Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Ikaria, Greece; and lastly, the Seventh-day Adventist religious community in Loma Linda, California. Collaborating with big brands, governments, as well as health insurance companies, Buettner is incorporating Blue Zone lifestyle techniques in different communities to ameliorate the lives of more than 5 million Americans. Some of the methods employed include encouraging a plant-based diet — something that is a common narrative in every Blue Zone. Beuttner encourages the reduction of meals consumed with meat, and relegating about two-thirds of your plate to vegetables, legumes, and whole grains. Moreover, one should try as much as possible to minimize processed foods, and steer clear from packaged foods altogether. Eating more calories during the day instead of evening hours will allow your body to use these calories effectively instead of storing fat as you sleep. How you consume food is critical as well. Consume your meals slowly to enjoy the sensation of each meal. This will make you fuller. Additionally, it’s important to fill your day with physical activities that focus on consistent, natural movements. It isn’t a necessity to go to the gym as long as you can mimic “survival” activities such as pulling, pushing, kneeling, walking, and climbing. Sleep is also an essential feature of a healthier lifestyle. Blue Zone residents more often than not clock the recommended 8-10 hours each night, and even manage to sneak in an afternoon nap! Research has also found that people with less than 7 hours of sleep are at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Beuttner advises people to discover a purpose to their lives and pursue it. Not only does this improve your mental wellbeing, but gives you a reason to live. While Americans spend 87 percent of their time indoors and 6 percent driving, Blue Zone residents spend most of their time out and about. At least 2 hours of natural vegetation and fresh air can greatly improve your sense of well-being. With that being said, the Blue Zone Project has received relative success in the United States. Prime examples include a 64 percent reduction in childhood obesity in Beaches Cities, California, a 13.5 percent reduction rate in smoking in Ft. Worth, Texas, and a 40 percent decrease in healthcare claims in Albert Lea, Minnesota. While the Blue Zone project is primarily focused on communities, people can individually Buettner’s lifestyle and diet habits to have a longer, healthier lifestyle.

References: https://www.redmondspokesman.com/news/health-hub-longevity-in-a-blue-zone/article_4fb0b6f2-f13c-11ea-925a-bfeeaa76714c.html/

Blue Zones: How they are gradually shaping the diet and lifestyle of America

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