The Blue Zones are regions with a high concentration of centenarians. What do the Blue Zones tell us about longevity and health? Should we try to live like the inhabitants of the Blue Zones? A look at the Netflix Show Live to 100, Secrets of the Blue Zones.

Connect with me:
Facebook:   / drgilcarvalho  
Twitter:   / nutritionmades3  
Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia

References & additional resources:
Genetics and longevity:
https://journals.plos.org/plosone/art...

Okinawa no longer a Blue Zone:
https://www.dw.com/en/japanwhatsbeh...

Centenarian prevalence in Sardinia:
https://www.uu.nl/sites/default/files...

Life expectancy by country:
https://www.cia.gov/theworldfactboo...

Is moderate alcohol intake cardio protective?
   • Is moderate alcohol hearthealthy? | ...  

Birth record uncertainty:
https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.11...

Disclaimer: The contents of this video are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor to replace medical care. The information presented herein is accurate and conforms to the available scientific evidence to the best of the author's knowledge as of the time of posting. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding any medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of information contained in Nutrition Made Simple!.

#NutritionMadeSimple #GilCarvalho

0:00 The Blue Zones
1:48 4 keys to longevity
3:49 My #1 criticism
5:40 Other keys?
7:36 Science vs romanticism
10:21 Creating a Blue Zone
11:06 Main takeaways
12:00 Consistency