[B767drvr]

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In the re-released “The Blue Zones Solution,” author and National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner, revisits the notion that people in five world regions with the highest concentrations of centenarians move their bodies a lot more than people in other cultures.


People in the blue zones, usually:

--Eat their smallest meal of the day in the late afternoon or evening

--Eat mostly plants (especially beans) and eat a relatively small portion of meat—just three to four ounces—about five times a month

--Drink alcohol in moderation, usually less than two glasses a day

--Stop eating when 80 percent full to manage weight



So what are these people really eating?

Ikaria Greece

Greek cuisine is often associated with roasted lamb and heavier eggplant spreads but the people of Ikaria have their own unique version of a healthful Mediterranean diet.

--Goat’s milk; honey; legumes like garbanzo beans, black-eyed peas and lentils; wild greens; feta; lemons; sage and marjoram; small amounts of fish

Okinawa, Japan

According to Buettner’s research, people on the islands of Okinawa have one of the highest ratios of centenarians in the world. About 6.5 out of every 10,000 live to 100—compared to just 1.73 in 10,000 in the U.S.

They eat:

--Bitter melons; tofu; garlic; brown rice; green tea; ****ake mushrooms

Sardinia, Italy

On Sardinia, there are just as many men in their 100s than woman, a very rare statistic compared to the rest of the world where that figure is closer to five to one.

--Goat’s milk and sheep’s cheese (pecorino produced in Sardinia is made from grass-fed sheep and has higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids than other cheeses); moderate carbohydrates such as in flatbreads, sourdough and barley; fennel; fava beans; chickpeas, tomatoes; almonds; milk thistle tea; wine from Grenache grapes

Loma Linda, Calif.

Yes, there really is a blue zone in the U.S. Loma Linda has one of the largest concentrations of Seventh-day Adventists in the world. They don’t smoke, drink or dance—and avoid endless consumption of television and movies—which probably means they spend more time outside. They also consume very little sugar and consume a lot of water.

They eat:

--Tofu; avocados, salmon, nuts, beans, oatmeal, whole wheat bread; soy milk

Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

Buettner says that the Nicoyan people owe their exceptional health to the abundance of Meso-American produce. An unusual tropical fruit not known to many in the U.S., peach palm, contains high levels of vitamins A and C.

--Eggs; papayas; yams; bananas; peach palms; squash; corn; and beans

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[graciegirl]

Eggs, fish, cheese, some meat, milk and lots of fruit and vegetables. That would work for me.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Eggs, fish, cheese, some meat, milk and lots of fruit and vegetables. That would work for me.

Sounds wonderful.

[dewilson58]

--Drink alcohol in moderation, usually less than two glasses a day


Luckily they don't say how big of a glass.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

--Drink alcohol in moderation, usually less than two glasses a day





Luckily they don't say how big of a glass.

Amen!

[DonH57]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

--Drink alcohol in moderation, usually less than two glasses a day


Luckily they don't say how big of a glass.

Two a day makes sense. The first and last one.

[Villages PL]

Originally Posted by B767drvr

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In the re-released “The Blue Zones Solution,” author and National Geographic explorer Dan Buettner, revisits the notion that people in five world regions with the highest concentrations of centenarians move their bodies a lot more than people in other cultures.


People in the blue zones, usually:

--Eat their smallest meal of the day in the late afternoon or evening

--Eat mostly plants (especially beans) and eat a relatively small portion of meat—just three to four ounces—about five times a month

--Drink alcohol in moderation, usually less than two glasses a day

--Stop eating when 80 percent full to manage weight

B767, nice report, I like it. I wouldn't think of telling those groups to change anything as long as it's working well for them.

The problem, as I see it, is that most Americans will pick and choose the foods they like from the report and forget about the healthier aspects. And it won't be long before it gets turned it into a high protein, high fat, high calorie diet.

But for those who are truly interested, it's a great report.

[rubicon]

I recently read an article that makes good sense of what's wrong in America.

Again I believe DNA primarily determines longevity; albeit moderation of all things, good eating habits and moderate exercise can't hurt.

As to food a writer finally makes sense. he tells of a 1939 study where a group a toddlers were offered 34 a variety of foods. Left to their own they all chose food that provided the best nutrients for them.

Mark Schatzaker's "The Dorito Effect" essentially states that nature intended our DNA to rely on flavor to determine what is good for us . Those natural cravings are a clue to what you need. the problem is our food , livestock, etc is getting blander and we are using too many added synthetic flavors which misguide us into eating junk foods. Strawberry flavoring does substitute for the essential nutrients in a strawberry, etc great read

[Shimpy]

I noticed how many consumed beans. Beans is a great source of protein and fiber.

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by rubicon

I recently read an article that makes good sense of what's wrong in America.



Again I believe DNA primarily determines longevity; albeit moderation of all things, good eating habits and moderate exercise can't hurt.



As to food a writer finally makes sense. he tells of a 1939 study where a group a toddlers were offered 34 a variety of foods. Left to their own they all chose food that provided the best nutrients for them.



Mark Schatzaker's "The Dorito Effect" essentially states that nature intended our DNA to rely on flavor to determine what is good for us . Those natural cravings are a clue to what you need. the problem is our food , livestock, etc is getting blander and we are using too many added synthetic flavors which misguide us into eating junk foods. Strawberry flavoring does substitute for the essential nutrients in a strawberry, etc great read

You've offered some new information. I'll enjoy doing some research and learning more. Thanks.

[B767drvr]

How about if NOT interested in the thread topic, just pass on it. Why pass judgement on the thread posters?

"Extreme" plant-based diet?