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I eyed this book for a while before checking it out. It is full of good advice, for how to live a long time. ‘Blue Zones‘ are areas where peoplx live to 100 or more; this is due to surroundings, environment, nutrition, routine, movement, social interaction. There are 5 zones: Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Loma Linda, CA; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; and Singapore. Each chapter focuses on a zone and lays out the way the community⬇️

This is a great resource. The glaring issue with it is that the website links no longer work. I think the digital copies could be updated with her new website as the information is still available if you search for it.

“Outlive“ delves into the science behind longevity, providing valuable insights into the factors that contribute to a longer and healthier life. The narrator's engaging voice and clear delivery made it easy to absorb the wealth of information presented in the book....
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🧭 When I was 12, I joined a group hiking the trails along Skyline Drive; we kayaked back home
🌄🌇 Rural! I need trees and mountains ⛰️
🗺 absolute peace, stunning views, and waterfalls
😊I remember feeling so grateful— my mom and I were together a lot after my parents divorced and I was relieved, as if I could finally breathe

1. Energy
2. Work hours (with the same pay, of course!)
3. @tiedyedude 😊 Thank you for saying “yes“!
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2/5⭐ A weird combo of proper contraindication/safety warnings, false info, & bizarre/unrealistic foods to avoid (e.g. oranges, black pepper). The sources are just a list of notes in the back with no access dates or in-text indications that they exist. The supplements/herbs sections include info on what they supposedly do but not quantities/frequencies. I feel overwhelmed & like I don't have an action plan for actually implementing anything.

This was okay. I listened on #audio and likely wouldn‘t have stayed with it otherwise. No real new info, the parts the Dr. contributed were worthwhile and encouraging, the main author was a bit annoying and, honestly, sexist. This one hasn‘t aged well but the basic premise, keep moving, don‘t eat crap, and stay engaged with your community, is valid. I finished it at my gym that just opened! #BookspinBingo @TheAromaofBooks

Quite obviously this is not a read for everyone, but as someone who is in the situation I found many interesting attitudes and approaches that will be helpful now and as my father declines.