For the ones that are familiar with my blog is not a secret that I want to live forever.
Well yes, I don’t hide it! I’m too curious of what will happen with this world in the future to give up so easily.
Eating, as you know, is one of the most important factors that affect our life.
And I’m not talking about dieting as I’m almost 40 and I’ve never did a diet in my life but my exams are always good and my body is keeping up with me, I can’t complain.
But let’s see if we can take some examples from the people who live in the Blue Zones, the five areas in the world that have the longest-living and healthiest populations, which are:
- Okinawa – Japan
- Sardinia – Italy
- Nicoya – Costa Rica
- Ikaria – Greece
- Loma Linda – California
It has been found that these Blue Zones, despite being in completely different geographical locations and cultures, have things in common.
And surprise, surprise the way they eat is one of them.
Now let’s see 5 things they have in common:
1. Drinking wine
Seems there is evidence that drinking a couple of glasses of wine a day, with a good meal and friends if possible, reduces mortality.
Now this is something that I can do easily 😉
Some potential reasons for this are that wine is rich in antioxidants, has some anti-inflammatory properties, and has been linked with a reduced risk of heart disease.
Of course, remember that wine too need to be in moderation though…you don’t want to go on the other side 🤪
2. They eat meat in moderation and lots of veggies
While meat is a great source of protein, B vitamins, and bioavailable iron, too much of it is also associated with cardiovascular disease, colorectal cancer, and other health issues.
Meat is good but don’t exaggerate!
And don’t forget the veggies which are good for your heart, gut, brain and for the entire body.
3. And yay, plenty of carbs
We are all carbs lovers, and are very good for our health.
But when I say carbs I’m not referring to pasta, rice or bread, I’m referring to grains, greens, tubers, nuts, and beans.
Yes, pasta, rice or bread are good too but as always in moderation.
The longevity star food is beans! It seems that eating about a cup of beans a day, it’s probably worth an extra four years of the life expectancy according with Buettner, a journalist and expert on Blue Zones.
4. Sugary beverages are out of question
The people living in the Blue Zones are sticking with plenty of water during the day, coffee in the morning and wine in the evening.
5. Intermittent fasting
Meaning they tend to eat all their calories in an eight hour window, leaving 16 hours for their digestive systems to rest.
Honestly I’ve started with intermittent fasting too and I must admit it makes me feel good. Occasionally I simply skip the breakfast, and overall I don’t have that feeling of overloaded with food.
In the end, my rule for a longer life is very simple:
Eat a little bit of everything and enjoy life!
Ribana – popsicle society
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Intermittent fasting really works. I wasn’t aware of those 5 healthy places. I learned something new today. Thanks for sharing
I’m glad you’ve found something new 😉
I guess a lifetime is not enough to discover all the wonders that this world has for us 😉
Seriously, there is so much to do and learn.
Very true 😉
Good to know this interesting facts.
Thank you very much for reading! I’m glad you like it 😉
My pleasure…
A little bit of everything is great.
I don’t mind the wine 😉
Exactly 😉 that’s my motto 😉 Cheers 🍷🥂
Cheers 😉
Everytime that I see this list, I think it sounds so sensible and healthy but have yet to change my own habits.
Once it becomes a lifestyle is very easy 😉
Great information. I too haven’t followed any particular diet but have excellent numbers. Since I started intermittent fasting I have more energy, sleep better, and have stronger workouts. I enjoyed your post. Thank you and take care.
Thank you very much for stopping by 😊
Oh yes, I’ve started recently too with the intermittent fasting and it really makes me feel better, more lighter I would say 😉
Thank you for sharing 😊 Have a wonderful week ahead and stay healthy 😉
Most encouraging reading. I seem to be OK on all counts, except that I could perhaps do with more beans. Two glasses of wine with my dinner is my natural ration.
Thank you very much Derrick! I think I love beans too much, there’s no week without them 🤪
And same with wine 🍷🥂 Not everyday for now but for sure every weekend 😉
The cover pic is beautiful 😍 Age is just a number, but the number and looks says everything, You look like 25 😉in cover pic ✨💐 And I have read about this in book Ikigai 😍🥰 Glad to recall that beautiful book, it’s a wonderful book Ribana, must try, nothing new, it’s a simple tip of living a long life 😉✨Do try when you can✨✍️ Have a wonderful Wednesday 💐
Thank you very much Simon! You’re the first that noticed my photo 😉
Oh yes, age is just a number and is not important…important is to feel good!
That sounds an interesting book 📖😉 Thank you Simon! I will look for it 😉
Wish you a lovely day 🤩🤗☀️
My Pleasure Ribana ✨😍Enjoy the day😎
Thank you! You too Simon 😉🤩
These are just such simple tips every one can achieve on daily basis. I’m approaching the big 40 soon too and one of my best discoveries ever has to be intermittent fasting! Thanks for sharing and have a good day 😀 Aiva
I’m glad I’m not alone 🤪 Very true, just simple tips that are part of our lifestyle 😉
It seems intermittent fasting is really worth it 😉
Have a lovely day Aiva! 🌸
I love this article especially because of the wine and carbs hahaha 😆
Hahaha…thank you dear Jess 😉 Wine and carbs makes us happy 😃
Hi healthy diet choices are a way to go. I started changing my eating habits because of my laboratory results and it really helped, and I also lost 20lbs 🙂 🙂 thank you for sharing this. I may need to start drinking wine
Oh hi dear AL, good to see you here 🤩 Yes, having a healthy lifestyle can help keeping in shape our body and mind 🤪
Wow, 20 lbs ☺️ that’s a lot 😉
Drinking wine is helping keeping my mind at peace 🤩🤪
I think drinking wine will bring me to sleep 🙂 my alcohol tolerance is very low 🙂
Not bad 😉🍷 We all need a good night sleep 😴😉
I am blessed with sleep 🙂 🙂
Thanks so much!
Thank you very much for reading 😉
Intermittent fasting is just what happens during quarantine for me. I sleep in and eat breakfast late but keep everything else at the same time. Who knew there’d be a silver lining?
Hahaha…oh yes, that’s the easiest way, without even realising it 😉
Such an interesting post. I can try to eat more beans, I think, but absolutely cannot do the fasting. I get very cranky if my tummy is empty and I just love breakfast and lunch and dinner 🙂
Thank you very much! Is difficult until you get used to it but then becomes normal 😉 However I don’t do it everyday just because I love breakfast too, and lunch and dinner 🤪😉😋
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These tips are already known, but sometime not in mind… hopefully will concentrate more on daily meals … tks forthe remider 🙂
Oh yes, maybe we know them but sometimes we forget them 😆
Better have some reminders sometimes 😉
Thank you for stopping by! Have a lovely week! 🌸
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Thanks for sharing 😊👍👍
Thank you very much for reading 🌸