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Blue Zone Diets

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Where people forget to die

Blue Zones are five regions where people routinely live past 100. Their diets share striking patterns — and none of them involve supplements or extremes.

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Explore the Blue Zones

Tap each region to discover what makes it unique.

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Fact

The Power Nine

Blue Zone researcher Dan Buettner identified 9 shared habits across all regions — from daily movement and plant-based eating to strong social ties and a sense of purpose.

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Myth or Fact?

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Match the Blue Zone habit

Connect each longevity habit to its benefit.

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Takeaway

Key Takeaway

Blue Zone diets are 95% plant-based with legumes daily and minimal processed food. No single superfood — it's a pattern of eating and living.