? ON THE TUBE TONIGHT-
(all times CLT)

According to Dan Buettner, the secret to living longer is living well. Partnering with Netflix, Buettner, a writer and researcher who specializes in longevity studies, delivers Live to 100: The Secrets of the Blue Zones, a mini-series created to teach us how to not only live longer, but lead happier, more fulfilling lives. He takes us around the world to explore five unique communities he refers to as the Blue Zones, where people live to be more than 100 and rarely ever suffer from diabetes, heart disease, or dementia. While a 101-year-old Okinawan woman says that the secret to a long life is to “have fun, and don’t get angry,” Buettner reveals that residents of the community eat mostly low-calorie, nutrient-rich food, though not on purpose. While psychological well-being is an inextricable factor in longevity as the centenarians suggest, Buettner asserts through research that a sense of community and belonging is a common and important component as well. Eating smarter and moving more being staples to a longer life is not a revelation, let alone a secret, but the deep dives into these people's lives is inspiring, and you might find encouragement to make big lifestyle changes, or maybe just apply specific pieces of advice day-to-day.

Tags: