Currently, the oldest person on the planet is an impressive 118 years old. However, new research suggests that we could theoretically live up to 150 years. Imagine all the things we could accomplish with that kind of time! To increase your chances of a long and healthy life, … [Read more...] about Drink like a centenarian: The top 5 beverages for longevity
Blue Zones
4 habits to form for a long life according to a Blue Zone expert
Longevity in life is something we hope for, but without forming healthy habits now, our chances of living well into our triple digits are unlikely. Longevity expert and National Geographic fellow Dan Buettner studied the day-to-day lives of those who live in Blue Zones (regions … [Read more...] about 4 habits to form for a long life according to a Blue Zone expert
This ingredient is linked to decreased risk of mortality
Olive oil is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be both the finishing detail drizzled on top of pasta, flatbreads, and salads, or the very first component in your cooking process. If you love to incorporate olive oil in your meals, then you’ll be pleased to find out … [Read more...] about This ingredient is linked to decreased risk of mortality
World’s oldest person Kane Tanaka celebrates 119th birthday
This past Sunday, the world’s oldest person, Kane Tanaka, celebrated her 119th birthday in Japan at the nursing home where she lives in Fukuoka prefecture in southwest Japan. Tanaka, whose status as the world’s oldest person was recognized by The Guinness Book of Records in … [Read more...] about World’s oldest person Kane Tanaka celebrates 119th birthday
9 home interior design tips for longevity
The lives and habits of those who live in Blue Zones, otherwise known as the regions where the longest-living people on the planet live, have always fascinated us at The Optimist Daily. We’ve already shared stories about how Blue Zone dwellers drink alcohol, eat, and sit, and … [Read more...] about 9 home interior design tips for longevity