Longevity
Longevity means living a long time. But it also means doing so in a healthy, active and disease free way. Blue Zones are 5 areas around the world where people live to 95 or more and are healthy and active. Each zone is different, but there are 9 traits in common.
Move naturally. Daily physical activity. Walking, climbing stairs, swimming, household chores, hiking, tending to a garden, etc. Non sedentary lifestyle
Purpose. A reason for getting up every morning
Down shift. A method for reducing stress every day
80% rule. Stop eating when they become 80% full
Plant slant. Mostly, but not all, plant based diet
Moderate alcohol. Usually 1-2 glasses per day. Usually wine. Usually red wine. No smoking
Belong. To some sort of faith. Doesn't matter which
Loved ones first. Families first. Parents and grandparents matter
Right tribe. An active social network with a close group of friends