Centenarians living in the world’s ‘blue zones’ share a surprising number of similarities when it comes to their usual diet.

Want to live to 100? Researching blue zones, areas where people live exceptionally long lives can provide some lessons.

Blue Zones are places where people live longer than elsewhere. Check these places and the mystery behind them.

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow and founder of the Blue Zones project, identified five original Blue Zones: Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya Peninsula, ...

Ikaria is one of the world’s famous Blue Zones. I booked a stay at Karimalis Winery, where the owners share their healthy lifestyle with guests. Ikaria, Greece: Learning the secrets of aging well ...

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow and founder of the Blue Zones project, identified five original Blue Zones: Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica ...

Ikaria, Greece, is one of five “blue zones,” as labeled by longevity expert Dan Buettner. NurPhoto via Getty Images “[People from] Ikaria, Greece, live about eight years longer ...

CEDAR FALLS | The Mediterranean island of Ikaria, Greece, has been described as a “mother lode for healthy centenarians.” One of the Blue Zones in the world where people are ...

For years, the so-called blue zones—regions where people reportedly live longer, healthier lives—have intrigued scientists and the public alike. In places like Okinawa (Japan), Ikaria (Greece ...

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow and founder of the Blue Zones project, identified five original Blue Zones: Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya Peninsula, ...

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow and founder of the Blue Zones project, identified five original Blue Zones: Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica ...

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow and founder of the Blue Zones project, identified five original Blue Zones: Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica ...