If you’re not lucky enough to live in a Blue Zone – a region in the world where people are said to live exceptionally long and healthy lives – maybe moving to Greece or Sardinia isn’t the answer. This week, Alex Cyr looks at the skepticism surrounding the Blue Zone and speaks to experts about the notion of creating your own “Blue Zone environment.” From eating better to creating more social connections (yes, it’s time to visit your mother), finding ways to go back to our natural ways of living is one way to capture Blue-Zone benefits wherever you live. Read more.

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