Blue Zones Project Blog

There is a difference between having an opinion and being asked to share it. We all have the former which is shaped by our experiences, relationships, values, culture, needs and beliefs. The latter, the actual expression of an opinion, only tends to emerge in a safe space where trust has been established and one’s voice feels valued. Conversely, as is often seen in disparate communities, typically quiet voices are raised when that safe space is lacking, and the pain of an experience becomes too much to bear in silence.

Summer is coming and all too often we look for the next quick fix or fad diet to look good in our bathing suits or short sleeves. However, what may work in the short term, is not necessarily what is best for our health for the long term. It’s time to take a look at the Mediterranean diet. This traditional diet has rooted itself over 5,000 years based on regional environment, culture, seasonal foods and local products. Only in the last 50 years has it been the subject of intensive clinical research and gained traction in the health and scientific community as one of the healthiest diets in the world. In fact, U.S. News & World Report recently announced the Mediterranean Diet as the No. 1 Best Overall Diet for the third year in a row.

It is no secret that the heart is one of the most important organs in the body. That’s why it’s important to consider ways to keep your heart at its very best so you can live a long, healthy life. The Blue Zones Power 9 ^®, a set of principles followed by the world’s longest-lived people, provides an easy-to-follow way of living that your heart will love.

Potluck Moais ^® are an excellent tool for those looking for a little extra nudge or support when it comes to adding a plant slant to their diet. They are also a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends or meet someone new.