Podcast appearances and mentions of Dan Buettner

What if the secret to living to 100 without chronic disease isn't a magic pill, a grueling diet, or a hidden gene? This week on In My Heart, host Heather Thompson sits down with National Geographic Explorer, bestselling author, and Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner to completely reverse-engineer how we look at aging, health, and happiness. After analyzing decades of dietary surveys, Dan reveals that the world's longest-lived populations thrive almost exclusively on whole, plant-based foods. But here is the catch: they aren't relying on willpower. In this episode, Dan breaks down the "Power 9" lifestyle habits and explains why true longevity relies on shifting our surroundings rather than forcing restrictive habits. From the "all-star" longevity ingredient sitting in your pantry to the profound impact of your immediate social circle (your "Moai"), you'll learn how to curate an ecosystem where the healthy choice is the mindless choice. Plus, Heather shares her own deeply personal journey of discovering food as medicine to save her son's life, and Dan explains how true happiness and a defined sense of purpose can statistically add up to eight extra years to your life expectancy. Forget the quick fixes and multi-billion dollar processed food propaganda. Tune in to discover the affordable, actionable four-week blueprint from Dan's latest book, The Blue Zones Challenge, and learn how to start thriving right where you are today. Sponsor:  Cozy Earth Summer should feel easy for everyone in the house. Cozy Earth's Bamboo Sheet Set, Everywhere Pant, and Everyday Polo are designed to keep him cool, comfortable, and actually relaxed all summer long.  Head to www.cozyearth.com and use my code Thomson for an exclusive 20% off. And if you see a post-purchase survey, mention that you heard about Cozy Earth right here!"  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if one of the most powerful medicines for longevity, resilience, happiness, cognitive health, and disease prevention wasn't found in a supplement, a prescription, or a cutting-edge biohack—but in the people around you? In this powerful solo episode, Darin Olien dives into one of the most overlooked health crises of our time: loneliness. Drawing from the landmark 85-year Harvard Adult Development Study, the U.S. Surgeon General's loneliness epidemic report, Blue Zones research, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology, Darin reveals why meaningful human connection may be one of the strongest predictors of health and longevity ever discovered. From oxytocin, cortisol, inflammation, vagal tone, and nervous system regulation to suburban design, social media, and the collapse of community structures, Darin exposes the hidden biological costs of isolation—and offers a practical roadmap for rebuilding the human connections we were biologically designed to need.     What You'll Learn The stunning findings from Harvard's 85-year Adult Development Study Why relationships outperform wealth, genetics, diet, and exercise as predictors of well-being How loneliness increases the risk of premature death, dementia, heart disease, and stroke Why social isolation creates measurable biological stress responses The role of oxytocin in lowering inflammation and regulating stress How human connection affects the autonomic nervous system Why Blue Zone communities consistently prioritize social connection The biological difference between digital interaction and real human presence How modern architecture and technology contribute to loneliness Why community is a biological necessity—not a luxury Practical ways to rebuild meaningful relationships today How connection may be one of the most powerful health interventions available   Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Bite Toothpaste and reducing plastic waste 00:02:49 – The most powerful health study ever conducted 00:03:01 – Harvard follows 724 people for 85 years 00:03:40 – The surprising predictor of a long, healthy life 00:04:00 – Why relationships beat wealth, genetics, diet, and exercise 00:04:42 – The Surgeon General's loneliness epidemic warning 00:05:19 – Introducing the medicine you're not taking 00:05:53 – The health benefits of genuine community 00:06:21 – The fatal convenience of modern life 00:06:47 – Replacing human connection with digital connection 00:07:12 – Why modern convenience may be creating isolation 00:07:23 – Social isolation and premature mortality 00:08:02 – Loneliness and the equivalent of smoking 15 cigarettes a day 00:08:43 – Increased risks of heart disease, stroke, and dementia 00:09:10 – Why loneliness is a biological threat 00:09:52 – The science behind social isolation 00:10:11 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:12:06 – Humans as the most socially dependent species 00:12:53 – Why connection regulates the nervous system 00:13:29 – The autonomic nervous system and social safety 00:13:56 – The brain's constant question: Am I safe? 00:14:03 – The biology of belonging 00:14:24 – The ventral vagal state explained 00:14:55 – Why connection creates measurable physiological changes 00:15:03 – What happens when isolation becomes chronic 00:15:52 – Oxytocin: far more than the "love hormone" 00:16:20 – Eye contact, touch, meals, and human bonding 00:16:42 – How oxytocin lowers stress and inflammation 00:17:04 – Why no supplement can replace connection 00:17:17 – The pharmacology of authentic human moments 00:18:06 – Free medicine hidden in plain sight 00:18:39 – Dan Buettner and the Blue Zones 00:19:29 – What the world's longest-lived populations have in common 00:19:36 – Okinawa's lifelong friendship circles 00:20:08 – Sardinia's active elders and social roles 00:20:40 – Greece's culture of connection and communal meals 00:21:03 – Why longevity wasn't hacked—it was lived 00:21:38 – Social connection as the foundation of daily life 00:22:01 – The shocking decline in face-to-face interaction 00:22:21 – Young people losing 70% of in-person social time 00:22:58 – How community was systematically dismantled 00:23:00 – Robert Putnam's Bowling Alone 00:23:49 – Doing life together versus doing life alone 00:24:05 – How suburban design creates isolation 00:24:49 – The built environment shapes human behavior 00:24:55 – Social media and the promise of connection 00:25:20 – Why digital connection fails biologically 00:25:33 – Social comparison, anxiety, and nervous system stress 00:25:49 – More connected online, more isolated in reality 00:26:03 – A call to action: treating relationships like health practices 00:27:00 – Practical ways to rebuild community 00:28:00 – Prioritizing people over convenience 00:29:00 – Deep conversations, presence, and intentional connection 00:30:00 – Reclaiming community in modern life 00:31:00 – Final thoughts on connection, belonging, and health 00:31:53 – Closing remarks and outro     Thank You to Our Sponsors Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order.     Join the SuperLife Patreon: This is where Darin now shares the deeper work: - weekly voice notes - ingredient trackers - wellness challenges - extended conversations - community accountability - sovereignty practices Join now for only $7.49/month at https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness     Key Takeaway "The longest-running study in human history reached a conclusion that should fundamentally change how we think about health: the quality of our relationships predicts our happiness, resilience, and longevity more than almost anything else. Human connection isn't a luxury, a personality trait, or a nice bonus when life slows down. It is biology. It is medicine. And in a world increasingly designed for isolation, rebuilding community may be one of the most important health decisions we ever make."     Bibliography/Sources: Primary Research — Loneliness, Social Isolation & Health Associated Press. (2023, May 2). Surgeon general: Loneliness poses health risks as deadly as smoking. PBS NewsHour. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/surgeon-general-loneliness-poses-health-risks-as-deadly-as-smoking Cacioppo, J. T., & Hawkley, L. C. (2009). Perceived social isolation and cognition. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 13(10), 447–454. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2009.06.005 Holt-Lunstad, J., Smith, T. B., & Layton, J. B. (2010). Social relationships and mortality risk: A meta-analytic review. PLoS Medicine, 7(7), e1000316. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1000316 Office of the Surgeon General. (2023). Our epidemic of loneliness and isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General's advisory on the healing effects of social connection and community. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf Waldinger, R. J., & Schulz, M. S. (2010). What's love got to do with it? Social functioning, perceived health, and daily happiness in married octogenarians. Psychology and Aging, 25(2), 422–431. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0019087 Neuroscience — Oxytocin, Polyvagal Theory & Community Biology Carter, C. S. (1998). Neuroendocrine perspectives on social attachment and love. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 23(8), 779–818. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0306-4530(98)00055-9 Eisenberger, N. I., & Lieberman, M. D. (2004). Why rejection hurts: A common neural alarm system for physical and social pain. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 8(7), 294–300. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2004.05.010 Heinrichs, M., Baumgartner, T., Kirschbaum, C., & Ehlert, U. (2003). Social support and oxytocin interact to suppress cortisol and subjective responses to psychosocial stress. Biological Psychiatry, 54(12), 1389–1398. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0006-3223(03)00465-7 Porges, S. W. (2011). The polyvagal theory: Neurophysiological foundations of emotions, attachment, communication, and self-regulation. W. W. Norton & Company. https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393707007 Blue Zones Research Buettner, D., & Skemp, S. (2016). Blue Zones: Lessons from the world's longest lived. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, 10(5), 318–321. https://doi.org/10.1177/1559827616637066 Kreouzi, M., Theodorakis, N., & Constantinou, C. (2022). Lessons learned from Blue Zones, lifestyle medicine pillars and beyond. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1177/15598276221118494 Suzuki, M., Willcox, B. J., & Willcox, D. C. (2001). Implications from and for food cultures for cardiovascular disease: Longevity. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 10(2), 165–171. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-6047.2001.00219.x The power of environment: A comprehensive review of the exposome's role in healthy aging. (2025). PubMed Central (PMC11858149). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11858149/ Social Capital & Community Decline Oldenburg, R. (1999). The great good place: Cafés, coffee shops, bookstores, bars, hair salons, and other hangouts at the heart of a community. Marlowe & Company. https://books.google.com/books?id=cK80BwAAQBAJ Putnam, R. D. (2000). Bowling alone: The collapse and revival of American community. Simon & Schuster. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Bowling-Alone/Robert-D-Putnam/9780743203043 Sbarra, D. A., Briskin, J. L., & Slatcher, R. B. (2019). Smartphones and close relationships: The case for an evolutionary mismatch. Perspectives on Psychological Science, 14(4), 596–618. https://doi.org/10.1177/1745691619826535 Twenge, J. M., Joiner, T. E., Rogers, M. L., & Martin, G. J. (2018). Increases in depressive symptoms, suicide-related outcomes, and suicide rates among U.S. adolescents after 2010 and links to increased new media screen time. Journal of Adolescent Health, 62(1), 78–85. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2017.06.014 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2020). American time use survey. U.S. Department of Labor. https://www.bls.gov/tus/ Pennebaker & Authentic Disclosure Brown, B. (2012). Daring greatly: How the courage to be vulnerable transforms the way we live, love, parent, and lead. Gotham Books. https://brenebrown.com/book/daring-greatly/ Pennebaker, J. W. (1997). Writing about emotional experiences as a therapeutic process. Psychological Science, 8(3), 162–166. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9280.1997.tb00403.x

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On les appelle les 'Zones bleues'. Ce sont des endroits du monde où les habitants vivent plus longtemps que la moyenne, souvent en bonne santé. Leur mode de vie, leur alimentation et leurs habitudes quotidiennes semblent jouer un rôle clé dans cette longévité exceptionnelle.  On compte 5 zones bleues dans le monde : Okinawa au Japon, Sardaigne en Italie, Icarie en Grèce, Nicoya au Costa Rica et Lomo Linda aux états-unis. En observant ces populations, les chercheurs Gianni Pes et Michel Poulain  ont identifié des facteurs communs qui favorisent une vie plus longue et en meilleure forme. Le journaliste Dan Buettner fait la synthèse de leurs travaux dans son livre The Blue Zones. Quels sont les facteurs qui favorisent la longévité ? Pourquoi ces zones ? Quel est le rôle de la spiritualité dans tout ça ? Écoutez la suite de cet épisode de Maintenant vous savez ! Un podcast Bababam Originals, écrit et réalisé par Hugo de l'Estrac. Première diffusion : mars 2023 À écouter ensuite : ⁠Comment vivre sans regrets ?⁠ ⁠Les légumes frais sont-ils vraiment meilleurs pour la santé que les légumes congelés ?⁠ ⁠Vin blanc, rouge, rosé : quel est le pire pour la santé ?⁠ Retrouvez tous les épisodes de ⁠"Maintenant vous savez".⁠ Suivez Bababam sur ⁠Instagram⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered why some people live to 100… and still feel happy, healthy, and full of purpose?In this video, I'm sharing my review of The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner — and more importantly, what it really means for us in retirement. This isn't about extreme diets or complicated routines.It's about simple, powerful habits that people around the world use every day to live longer and better.In this video, we'll explore the 9 key lessons from the Blue Zones✔ Movement is built into lifestyle✔ Purpose doesn't retire✔ Stress is managed not eliminated✔ Eating simple and mindful✔ People matter more than anything✔ Eat mostly plants✔ Enjoy life - in moderation ✔ Your world is bigger than yourself✔ Your environment shapes youIf you're looking for more energy, more connection, and more purpose in retirement… this might just change the way you think about aging.

Living to 100+ requires ignoring most modern health advice. This book summary reveals the counterintuitive lifestyle secrets of the world's longest-lived people.

What are you missing by only seeing the world through one philosophy? In this masterclass, Arthur Brooks and Ryan walk through the biggest schools of thought and reveal how they fit together in a way most people never see.Join Arthur on March 27 for a free live workshop -- along with his friends Rainn Wilson, Hoda Kotb, Chip Conley, Simon Sinek, Andrew Yang, Maria Shriver, Dan Buettner, and Chris Williamson. Together, they will deconstruct the 'Meaning Gap' and share the raw, unscripted truths about finding purpose in a chaotic world. You can register here.

Hey Heal Squad! In this Heal in 20, longevity expert and Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner breaks down what people are getting completely wrong about living longer. From the obsession with protein and supplements to the endless stream of “longevity hacks,” Dan explains why the real secrets to a longer life are actually much simpler than the wellness industry wants you to believe. Drawing from decades of research studying the world's longest-living populations, Dan reveals what people in Blue Zones actually eat, how their environments shape healthy habits, and why things like social connection, daily movement, and purpose matter far more than the latest health trend. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by all the conflicting wellness advice out there, this conversation will help you cut through the noise and focus on the habits that truly support a longer, healthier life. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER:This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3897: Dan Buettner shares timeless kitchen wisdom from the world's longest-living communities, revealing how simple, affordable meals made with beans, greens, whole grains, and herbs support both longevity and vitality. By focusing on plant-based ingredients, mindful mealtime habits, and time-tested cooking techniques, Buettner shows how living to 100 can start right in your own kitchen. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.bluezones.com/2023/01/cooking-tips-for-eating-to-100/ Quotes to ponder: "People who've grown up eating the foods of their ancestors aren't looking to trade them in for packaged junk." "Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower have been known to help protect the heart, stave off cancer, and lower oxidative stress." "Nuts, beans, and grains are a much healthier source of protein than meat or eggs, they're also high in fiber and complex carbohydrates." Episode references: The Blue Zones Kitchen: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Kitchen-Hundred-Recipes/dp/1426220138 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3897: Dan Buettner shares timeless kitchen wisdom from the world's longest-living communities, revealing how simple, affordable meals made with beans, greens, whole grains, and herbs support both longevity and vitality. By focusing on plant-based ingredients, mindful mealtime habits, and time-tested cooking techniques, Buettner shows how living to 100 can start right in your own kitchen. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.bluezones.com/2023/01/cooking-tips-for-eating-to-100/ Quotes to ponder: "People who've grown up eating the foods of their ancestors aren't looking to trade them in for packaged junk." "Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower have been known to help protect the heart, stave off cancer, and lower oxidative stress." "Nuts, beans, and grains are a much healthier source of protein than meat or eggs, they're also high in fiber and complex carbohydrates." Episode references: The Blue Zones Kitchen: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Kitchen-Hundred-Recipes/dp/1426220138 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3897: Dan Buettner shares timeless kitchen wisdom from the world's longest-living communities, revealing how simple, affordable meals made with beans, greens, whole grains, and herbs support both longevity and vitality. By focusing on plant-based ingredients, mindful mealtime habits, and time-tested cooking techniques, Buettner shows how living to 100 can start right in your own kitchen. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.bluezones.com/2023/01/cooking-tips-for-eating-to-100/ Quotes to ponder: "People who've grown up eating the foods of their ancestors aren't looking to trade them in for packaged junk." "Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower have been known to help protect the heart, stave off cancer, and lower oxidative stress." "Nuts, beans, and grains are a much healthier source of protein than meat or eggs, they're also high in fiber and complex carbohydrates." Episode references: The Blue Zones Kitchen: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Kitchen-Hundred-Recipes/dp/1426220138 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wouldn't it be great if there was a way to increase our lifespans and health spans? While many factors go into what makes us live longer and stay sharp, a term arose in the early 2000's to describe areas of the world that housed people with extraordinary longevity: "Blue Zones". This is a term coined by researchers Michel Poulain and Gianni Pes in March of 2000 when they were studying centenarians (people 100 years of age or older) in Sardinia, Italy. Later on, from 2004-2008, Dan Buettner, a journalist with National Geographic, set out to find more "Blue Zones", or areas with high instances of centenarians, and marked four more places besides Sardinia in the world that eventually became the blue zones of the world. These places include Sardinia Italy, Okinawa Japan, Nicoya Costa Rica, Ikaria Greece, and Loma Linda United States. The goal here was to find common factors that allowed for older populations to reach 100 years of age or surpass it. Eventually, Dan Buettner came up with around 4 general commonalities between these places. The people in these areas were highly active, they ate wisely, had a positive outlook on life and a sense of purpose, and connected with the community and themselves. Today, Dr. Jonathan Karp and student producer Kaya Basatemur dive in to what blue zones have in common, how it relates to general health and wellness advice, and if there really is anything "special" about these locations that improves longevity. Don't miss this episode of Health 411!

Cora Hilts travelled to Miami to interview the incredible Dan Buettner in front of a live audience at the 1 Hotel South Beach. Cora and Dan discussed his work with Blue Zones, the places on earth where people are living healthy and happy lives up to 100 and beyond. We are thrilled to be able to share this intimate conversation and all of Dan's tips for living a long life – the ease of which many people are doing so may surprise you!About Dan Buettner and Blue Zones Living Dan Buettner is an internationally recognized researcher, explorer, Netflix Host & Co-producer of the 3x Emmy Award winning: Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones and New York Times best-selling author. He founded Blue Zones®, a company that puts the world's best practices in longevity and well-being to work in people's lives. Buettner's November 2005 National Geographic article on longevity, “The Secrets of Living Longer,” was the cover story of one of the magazine's top-selling issues in history.Thanks To Mill For Sponsoring This Episode! Mill is your kitchen's new best friend. A simple, odor-free food recycler that  turns leftovers and scraps into nutrient-rich grounds with no effort. Mill prevents food waste without smells, flies, or chores. It works while you sleep and you can keep filling it for weeks.You can use the grounds in your garden, add them to your curbside compost, or let Mill pick them up and deliver them to a small farm for you. Try it risk-free and get $75 off at mill.com/rev.Learn More About Mill

Episode Summary: In this engaging episode, Kimberly Snyder welcomes back Dan Buettner, the renowned author and researcher known for his work on Blue Zones—regions where people live significantly longer, healthier lives. The conversation begins with a nostalgic reflection on their past interactions, leading into a discussion about the natural lifestyle that characterizes Blue Zones. Dan emphasizes the importance of gentle, low-intensity physical activity, such as gardening and cooking, as opposed to the conventional gym workouts many associate with health. He shares insights from his latest research, highlighting that longevity is not about expensive supplements but rather about simple, whole food diets rich in beans, grains, and local fruits.Dan addresses common misconceptions about protein intake, particularly for plant-based diets, reassuring listeners that a well-rounded plant-based diet can provide all necessary nutrients. He also shares practical tips for incorporating Blue Zone principles into daily life, such as cooking at home to control ingredients and costs. The episode wraps up with a focus on finding purpose and community connection, which are vital components of longevity, encouraging listeners to engage in volunteer work or community activities to enhance their sense of purpose and well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections03:07 The Blue Zones Lifestyle and Longevity06:02 Plant-Based Diets and Nutritional Myths08:58 Deliciousness and Cooking Techniques12:07 Accessibility and Cost of Healthy Eating15:06 Family and Community in Healthy Living17:59 Culinary Traditions and Recipe Testing21:04 Overcoming Cooking Barriers22:27 Finding Purpose in Modern Society27:06 Community Connections and Sharing30:11 Eating Patterns and Intermittent Fasting35:02 Protein Needs and Plant-Based DietsSponsors: FATTY15 OFFER: Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/KIMBERLY and using code KIMBERLY at checkout.USE LINK: fatty15.com/KIMBERLYFEEL GOOD DIGESTIVE ENZYMES OFFER: Go to mysolluna.com and use the CODE: PODFAM15 for 15% off your entire order. USE LINK: mysolluna.com CODE: PODFAM15 for 15% off your entire order. Dan Buettner Resources: Book: Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals: 100 Recipes to Live to 100Podcast: The Dan Buettner PodcastWebsite: danbuettner.comInstagram: @danbuettnerBio: Dan Buettner is an explorer, National Geographic Fellow, award-winning journalist, Netflix Host & Co-producer of the 3x Emmy Award winning: Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones, 5 x New York Times bestselling author, and 3 X Guinness World Record holder for distance cycling.Dan discovered the five places in the world—dubbed blue zones—where people lived the longest, healthiest lives and shared this information with the world. His books, The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who've Lived the Longest, Thrive: Finding Happiness the Blue Zones Way, The Blue Zones Solution: Eating and Living Like the World's Healthiest People, and The Blue Zones of Happiness were all national bestsellers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne reflects on her visits to various Blue Zones and their lessons for combating cancer. These Blue Zones, identified by Dan Buettner and Sam Skamp, are regions where people live exceptionally long lives, often surpassing 100 years. Saranne explores how the lifestyles and habits of these centenarians can offer valuable insights for cancer patients and survivors. She emphasizes practical steps such as moving naturally, finding purpose, and maintaining a plant-based diet as strategies that can be integrated into daily life to improve health and longevity, even while facing Stage IV cancer.2025 People's Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series FinalistRanked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025. Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 140 countries across 7 continents and features over 400 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg. To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne  

Back in 2005 Dan Buettner patented Blue Zones. He's written 9 books, of which 5 were NY Times bestsellers, and has another one in the works. His 2023 Netflix documentary series “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” won Emmy awards and was widely viewed. Many of the main points that Dan has emphasized over the years—healthy diet (he highlighted whole grains, beans, nuts, greens, and “peasant food” here), physical activity, social engagement, and sense of purpose—are backed up by randomized trials and/or large, prospective studies, as I reviewed in Super Agers. In this interview, I asked Dan about the critique he's faced, predominantly from Saul Newman, a biologist in the UK, about accuracy of the data for extreme longevity in the blue zones. In December 2025, two of his collaborators published in The Gerontologist a rebuttal response (open-access) entitled “The validity of Blue Zones demography: a response to critiques” on the rigorous demographic work they've done. We also discussed the marketing and business operations of Blue Zones LLC, the company he sold to Adventist Health in 2020. His son, Danny, is the EVP of the company and likely successor to Dan's work in the future. As Dan said, “He's my genetic upgrade.”I hope you find this conversation informative. An AI-generated transcript is available in the tab at top right above. Some biomedical updates from the past week:* A vaccine to prevent colon cancer in carriers of mutations of Lynch Syndrome looks good for strong immune response and safety, ready for Phase 3 clinical trials * A review of the data of Tylenol during pregnancy reaffirms its safety and lack of increased risk for autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability.* Our perspective/review on how AI and large language models can reduce global health inequities* Another big jump vs refractory autoimmune diseases, this time for hemolytic anemia, using engineered T cells. See my recent review of this topic, from treatment to cures.* A pair of new large prospective cohort studies that reinforce the importance of even small increases in physical activity, along with sleep and diet, for reduction all-cause mortality and improvement in healthspan.Thanks to Ground Truths subscribers (nearly 200,000) from every US state and 210 countries. Your subscription to these free essays and podcasts makes my work in putting them together worthwhile. Please join!If you found this interesting PLEASE share it! Paid subscriptions are voluntary and all proceeds from them go to support Scripps Research. They do allow for posting comments and questions, which I do my best to respond to. Please don't hesitate to post comments and give me feedback. Let me know topics that you would like to see covered.Many thanks to those who have contributed—they have greatly helped fund our summer internship programs for the past two years. It enabled us to accept and support 47 summer interns in 2025! We aim to accept even more of the several thousand who will apply for summer 2026Thank you Annie Fenn, MD, Harshi Peiris, Ph.D., Strategy Shots, Rebecca Moore, Lynn L, and many others for tuning into my live video with Dan Buettner! Join me for my next live video in the app. Get full access to Ground Truths at erictopol.substack.com/subscribe

Would you like to stay healthy until you're 100? For most of us, the answer is, of course, yes. But why do some people live longer, and is it achievable? In this episode, best-selling author and longevity expert Dan Buettner, explores what decades of studying the people who live the longest reveal about health and lifespan. Instead of chasing hacks, the science suggests that a longer life is shaped by everyday food, social habits, and the places people live. We'll look at practical habits seen across the world's blue zones, rare global hotspots where celebrating your 100th birthday is common. Rather than relying on willpower, Dan explains why changing your routine and environment may be easier and more effective. By the end of the episode, you'll have some simple tips to help you start your day like you live in a Blue Zone - and increase your chances of living healthily to 100. Unwrap the truth about your food

Hey Heal Squad! Here, health is always top of mind, but what's the point of health if it doesn't actually give us more life to enjoy with the people we love? Lucky for us, longevity expert Dan Buettner, the National Geographic Explorer, Emmy Award-winning producer, and 5x New York Times bestselling author is back with Maria to break down the real secrets behind living longer (and healthier) in a way that's actually doable. He breaks down what the longest-living people eat, how they socialize, and the #1 weekly habit that can add up years to your life. You'll also get a peek at Dan's newest cook book Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot, that's packed with fast, delicious, longevity-focused meals you can make in under 30 minutes. Get ready to hear the 100 year old, grounded blueprint that feels real and totally doable in everyday life! HEALERS & HEAL LINERS The Longevity Diet Is Simple & Not Protein-Obsessed: Blue Zones data shows a consistent pattern: ~90% whole plant foods, with meat as a rare staple, challenging America's protein fixation and marketing narratives head-on. The Past Beats the Biohack: Slow food, ritual, and community outperformed peptides, apps, and AI. Instead of adding more complexity to health, Dan shows us how the simplest, oldest behaviors are the ones that work: cooking over convenience, connection over isolation, and purpose over constant productivity. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: Shop My Macy's Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  GUEST RESOURCES: Dan Buettner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danbuettner/?hl=en  Dan Buettner Website: http://www.danbuettner.com The Dan Buettner Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@thedanbuettnerpodcast The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals: 100 Recipes to Live to 100: https://bluezoneskitchen.com/cookbook Blue Zones Article: https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/wellness/blue-zones-are-global-longevity-hotspots-a-myth-new-study-shows-where-people-really-live-longer/ar-AA1TIqyk?ocid=socialshare  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Such a great episode today with ISSA student, gold medal-winning pentathlete, fitness studio owner, and nutrition lover Tibor Deme! Jenny and Tibor dive into nutrient density, practical strategies for helping people better understand what's in their food, and fueling for performance. Be sure to check out the show notes for Tibor's reading recommendations!Tibor Deme: “I believe it is easier to achieve a healthy lifestyle and prevent diseases, rather than becoming ill and try to take corrective actions.”IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeboostfit/Website: https://lifeboostfit.com/Reading List:The China Study, PHD T Colin CampbellFood - MD Mark HymanPure, White and Deadly - Nutritionist and Dr. Queen Elisabeth College - John YudkinsWhole - PHD T Colin CampbellUnDo It - MD Dean Ornish and Anne OrnishThe Hungry Brain, PhD J Guyenet StephanPlant-Based Sport Nutrition - PhD D. Enette Larson - MeyerAtomic Habits - James ClearCooking Book - Blue Zone Kitchen by Dan Buettner, Favorite Bean Soup three ways, green and onions, Quick

You're about to hear one of the most honest longevity conversations ever recorded. This co hosted episode brings together two longevity leaders with opposing views on how long humans can live, yet enormous respect for each other and the science. Recorded live at Eudemonia, this discussion gives you clear frameworks for longevity, biohacking, human performance, and anti aging without all the tribal thinking that can plague modern health conversations! Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dan Buettner for a rare co hosted podcast that explores where biohacking and Blue Zones philosophy clash and where they surprisingly align. Dan Buettner is a National Geographic Explorer, Emmy Award winning producer, and five time New York Times bestselling author. He is best known for identifying the Blue Zones, regions of the world where people live the longest and healthiest lives. His research has reshaped cities, healthcare systems, and insurance models across the United States, improving health outcomes for more than 10 million Americans. His Netflix series Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones earned six Emmy nominations and won three. Dan is also an accomplished endurance athlete with three Guinness World Records in distance cycling. Together, Dave and Dan debate the true limits of human lifespan, whether longevity is driven more by environment or intervention, and how modern tools like AI, functional medicine, supplements, fasting, ketosis, and sleep optimization compare to walkable communities, movement, and purpose. They explore mitochondria, neuroplasticity, metabolism, brain optimization, and why Smarter Not Harder applies whether you follow a carnivore leaning diet, a bean based diet, or something in between. This episode gives you both sides of the longevity argument and lets you decide what fits your biology, values, and goals. You'll Learn: • Why Dan believes average human lifespan likely tops out in the mid 90s and how Blue Zones support longevity without chronic disease • Why Host Dave Asprey believes biohacking, AI, and modern science could push longevity toward 150, 180, or beyond • How environmental design hacks unconscious behavior more effectively than willpower • The overlooked role of light, darkness, and circadian rhythm in sleep optimization and human performance • How fasting and ketosis support longevity when used strategically instead of obsessively • Why mitochondria signaling may matter more than fixing every cell individually • How neuroplasticity and brain optimization influence aging and resilience • Where supplements and nootropics help and where simplicity wins • The real debate around carnivore diets, carbs, beans, metabolism, and longevity • Why community, purpose, and movement remain foundational even in advanced biohacking • How Danger Coffee fits into energy, focus, and Smarter Not Harder performance strategies Dave Asprey is a four time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade is the top podcast for people who want to take control of their biology, extend their longevity, and optimize every system in the body and mind. Each episode features cutting edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, hacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday, where Dave asks the questions no one else dares, and brings you real tools to become more resilient, aware, and high performing. Thank you to our sponsors! - BodyGuardz | Visit https://www.bodyguardz.com/ and use code DAVE for 25% off. - MASA Chips | Go to https://www.masachips.com/DAVEASPREY and use code DAVEASPREY for 25% off your first order. - Puori | Use code DAVE at http://puori.com/DAVE to get 32% off your Puori Fish Oil when you start a subscription. You save more than $18. - BrainTap | Go to http://braintap.com/dave to get $100 off the BrainTap Power Bundle. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: longevity debate, biohacking vs blue zones, dave asprey dan buettner, human lifespan limits, how long can humans live, anti aging science, blue zones longevity, environment vs intervention longevity, human performance optimization, mitochondria signaling, aging clocks epigenetics, neuroplasticity aging, brain optimization longevity, sleep optimization circadian rhythm, fasting longevity science, intermittent fasting longevity, ketosis metabolism aging, AI longevity tools, AI exercise training, VO2 max lifespan, metabolism optimization, supplements longevity, nootropics brain health, carnivore diet longevity, beans vs meat longevity, protein mTOR aging, functional medicine longevity, community purpose lifespan, movement vs exercise longevity, light exposure circadian health, darkness sleep longevity, daveasprey biohacking, dan buettner blue zones, smarter not harder longevity, danger coffee performance Resources: • Dan's new podcast: https://danbuettner.com/podcast/ • Dan's website: https://danbuettner.com/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Trailer 2:50 – Introduction to Dan Buettner 4:59 – Light & Circadian Biology 7:21 – Aging Science & Interventions 13:18 – Community & Social Connection 15:16 – Biohacking Basics 19:04 – Movement & Exercise 21:20 – Diet & Nutrition Philosophy 31:06 – Dave's Daily Diet 33:49 – Salt & Hydration 41:07 – Marketing & Building Bulletproof 49:10 – Rapid Fire Round 55:00 – Closing Thoughts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3248: Summer Banks explores science-backed lifestyle changes that significantly impact how long, and how well, we live. From small daily habits like adding nuts to your meals or walking just 15 minutes a day, to major shifts like quitting smoking and managing stress, these evidence-based practices show how much control we have over our own longevity regardless of our genes. Quotes to ponder: “Yoga can dramatically increase your flexibility and strengthen your core like never before all with minimal joint impact.” “Those who eat an abundance of plant-based foods are more likely to live longer and avoid many common health issues.” “Stress is often referred to as the silent killer and causes many harmful, often overlooked effects, which can introduce pain and strain into your daily activities.” Episode references: Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.bluezones.com Flipping Fifty by Debra Atkinson: https://www.flippingfifty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3248: Summer Banks explores science-backed lifestyle changes that significantly impact how long, and how well, we live. From small daily habits like adding nuts to your meals or walking just 15 minutes a day, to major shifts like quitting smoking and managing stress, these evidence-based practices show how much control we have over our own longevity regardless of our genes. Quotes to ponder: “Yoga can dramatically increase your flexibility and strengthen your core like never before all with minimal joint impact.” “Those who eat an abundance of plant-based foods are more likely to live longer and avoid many common health issues.” “Stress is often referred to as the silent killer and causes many harmful, often overlooked effects, which can introduce pain and strain into your daily activities.” Episode references: Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.bluezones.com Flipping Fifty by Debra Atkinson: https://www.flippingfifty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do the world's longest-lived populations eat differently? In this episode, my guest and I unpack what the world's longest-lived people actually do to stay healthy well into old age. Dan Buettner and I also explore why longevity isn't about biohacking or supplements, but about designing your environment, your food, and your daily routines to work for you. Dan Buettner is a National Geographic explorer and bestselling author who's spent decades studying the world's longest-lived people in the Blue Zones. He's known for turning cutting-edge longevity research into practical, real-life strategies that actually stick. What you'll learn: (04:07) Why Dan says longevity isn't about discipline or biohacking, but long-term environment design. (04:51) What centenarians across Blue Zones have eaten consistently over decades. (07:36) Why the belief in a “quick fix” is the biggest misconception about longevity. (10:13) How daily walking and natural movement add years of life expectancy. (12:25) Why getting up and down from the floor may be one of the best forms of exercise as you age. (16:42) How living in hilly or steep environments is linked to longer life spans. (19:16) How flavor science was used to make healthy Blue Zones food irresistibly delicious. (27:01) Why Blue Zones cultures avoid snacking and eat most of their calories earlier in the day. Love the podcast? Here's what to do: Subscribe to the podcast. Leave a review. Text a screenshot to me at 813-565-2627 and wait for a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Want to listen to the show completely ad-free? Go to http://subscribetojj.com Click “TRY FREE” and start your ad-free journey today! When you're ready, enjoy the VIP experience for just $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year (save 17%!) Full show notes (including all links mentioned): http://jjvirgin.com/bluezone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3232: Leo Babauta shares two timeless dietary habits from Okinawa that helped him stay lean, even through the indulgent holiday season. By eating only until 80% full and focusing on whole, plant-based foods, he demonstrates how sustainable, mindful choices can lead to real results without strict dieting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/the-two-okinawan-diet-rules-or-how-im-getting-lean/ Quotes to ponder: "Eat to 80% full. The Okinawans call this rule 'Hara Hachi Bu', and if you haven't tried it, you should." "They eat way more veggies than most people as well as whole grains, tofu, fish and other legumes." "The key is to just get active. Exercise regularly if you can, play sports, toss a ball around with your family." Episode references: Michael Pollan's Food Rules: https://www.amazon.com/Food-Rules-Eaters-Michael-Pollan/dp/014311638X Okinawan Diet (research overview): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7071223/ The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Lessons-Longest-Lived-People/dp/1426207557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3232: Leo Babauta shares two timeless dietary habits from Okinawa that helped him stay lean, even through the indulgent holiday season. By eating only until 80% full and focusing on whole, plant-based foods, he demonstrates how sustainable, mindful choices can lead to real results without strict dieting. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/the-two-okinawan-diet-rules-or-how-im-getting-lean/ Quotes to ponder: "Eat to 80% full. The Okinawans call this rule 'Hara Hachi Bu', and if you haven't tried it, you should." "They eat way more veggies than most people as well as whole grains, tofu, fish and other legumes." "The key is to just get active. Exercise regularly if you can, play sports, toss a ball around with your family." Episode references: Michael Pollan's Food Rules: https://www.amazon.com/Food-Rules-Eaters-Michael-Pollan/dp/014311638X Okinawan Diet (research overview): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7071223/ The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Lessons-Longest-Lived-People/dp/1426207557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My friend Chip Conley joins the “Dan Buettner Podcast” to explain why the old idea of a “midlife crisis” holds us back and how reframing this stage can open the door to purpose, curiosity, and stronger connection in life after 50. Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recording from my enthralling conversation with Prof Matthew Cobb about the life and science contributions of Francis Crick, regarded as one of the most influential biologists of all times, along with Darwin and Mendel. As you'll see, there's so much more to Crick's story than cracking DNA's double helix structure in a matter of weeks with James Watson. Matthew Cobb, Emeritus Professor of the University of Manchester, has written several award-winning books on life science, but I think this is his most important one to date, deeply researched and a thrilling account of Crick's life, clearing up, as best as one can, many questions, and presenting some surprises.The transcript is available (A.I. generated) by clicking at the top right.A few things we discussed—Crick's reaction to James Watson's bookCrick contrasted his own approach to science writing with Watson's memoir: “The difference between my lecture and your book is that my lecture had a lot more intellectual content and nothing like so much gossip. (...) Your book on the other hand, is mainly gossip and I think it a pity in this way that there is so much of it that it obscures some of the important conclusions which can be drawn of what we did at the time”.—The Peyote Poem, by Michael McClure (part 1) that had a big influence on Crick—Crick's 1994 neuroscience book “The Astonishing Hypothesis”“You, your joys and your sorrows, your memories and your ambitions, your sense of personal identity and free Weill, are in fact no more than the behavior of a vast assembly of nerve cells and their associated molecules.”—CrickThe book has been reviewed at Science, Nature, The Economist and many other journals. Here is a gift link to The Economist It has deservedly been named a best book of 2025 by The Guardian, The Economist, and many other media.Thank you Bruce Lanphear, Harshi Peiris, Ph.D., Elisabetta Pilotti, Allan Konopka, Stephen B. Thomas, PhD, and over 500 others for tuning into my live video with Matthew Cobb! *********************Upcoming, this Wednesday 9AM PT, live podcastI will be interviewing Dan Buettner founder of the Blue Zones Join us!**********************Thanks to US News for recently being named one of the 25 best leaders in the United Stateshttps://www.usnews.com/news/leaders/articles/best-leaders-2025-eric-topol^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Thanks to >190,000 Ground Truths subscribers from every US state and 210 countries. Your subscription to these free essays and podcasts makes my work in putting them together worthwhile.If you found this interesting PLEASE share it!Paid subscriptions are voluntary and all proceeds from them go to support Scripps Research. They do allow for posting comments and questions, which I do my best to respond to. Please don't hesitate to post comments and give me feedback. Let me know topics that you would like to see covered.Many thanks to those who have contributed—they have greatly helped fund our summer internship programs for the past two years. It enabled us to accept and support 47 summer interns in 2025! We aim to accept even more of the several thousand who will apply for summer 2026. Get full access to Ground Truths at erictopol.substack.com/subscribe

Could the secret to living longer be as simple as what's for dinner? Sanjay sits down with explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner to discuss the science behind longevity, why taste (not willpower) drives healthy habits, and how affordable, plant-based recipes inspired by the world's longest-living communities can help you thrive. Plus, hear how AI cracked the code on America's favorite flavor trends -- and inspired the recipes in his new cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals.  Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai.   Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the secret to living longer, happier, and healthier wasn't found in a pill, a supplement, or a gym membership — but in the simple way we live our daily lives? In this week's episode of HEAL with Kelly, I sit down with Dan Buettner — National Geographic Explorer, multiple New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the Blue Zones Project, which has helped over 10 million Americans live healthier, longer lives. Dan is the man who discovered the five places in the world where people live the longest — Okinawa, Sardinia, Ikaria, Nicoya, and Loma Linda — and he's on a mission to help the rest of us do the same. His groundbreaking Netflix series Live to 100 brought these discoveries to life on screen, earning multiple Emmy Awards and inspiring millions to rethink what it means to truly thrive. We talk about what truly drives longevity — from the foods we eat and how we move, to purpose, community, and the environments that shape our choices without us even realizing it. Dan also shares insights from his newest book, Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals, and why the healthiest people on Earth aren't dieting, exercising, or biohacking — they're simply living in alignment with nature and one another. If you've ever wondered how to make healthy living effortless — or what really adds years (and joy) to your life — this conversation will completely shift the way you see health, purpose, and the power of environment. Key Moments You'll Love:

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3161: Kylee Lessard invites readers to embrace mindful eating as a balance between nourishment and joy, showing that awareness, gratitude, and self-compassion can transform even a decadent burrito into a meaningful experience. By savoring flavors, checking in with hunger cues, and releasing guilt, she reminds us that food is not just fuel, it's connection, culture, and comfort when approached with mindfulness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ablueskymind.com/blog/eating-mindfully-how-to-eat-with-no-regrets Quotes to ponder: "Food is nourishing in more than one way. That's why you have terms like ‘comfort food' and ‘happy hour.'" "There is legitimate danger in thinking about food as solely a vehicle for calories and nutrition, because that's when you get into the toxic headspace of labeling foods ‘good' and ‘bad.'" "The most self-loving thing you can do is stop eating once you start to feel full." Episode references: The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Lessons-Living-Longest/dp/1426207557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3161: Kylee Lessard invites readers to embrace mindful eating as a balance between nourishment and joy, showing that awareness, gratitude, and self-compassion can transform even a decadent burrito into a meaningful experience. By savoring flavors, checking in with hunger cues, and releasing guilt, she reminds us that food is not just fuel, it's connection, culture, and comfort when approached with mindfulness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ablueskymind.com/blog/eating-mindfully-how-to-eat-with-no-regrets Quotes to ponder: "Food is nourishing in more than one way. That's why you have terms like ‘comfort food' and ‘happy hour.'" "There is legitimate danger in thinking about food as solely a vehicle for calories and nutrition, because that's when you get into the toxic headspace of labeling foods ‘good' and ‘bad.'" "The most self-loving thing you can do is stop eating once you start to feel full." Episode references: The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Zones-Lessons-Living-Longest/dp/1426207557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Buettner, National Geographic Explorer, writer, and founder of Blue Zones: areas where people live long, healthy, happy lives. Blue Zones are areas across the globe where people tend to live the longest and have remarkably low rates of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Dan explores what elements make up these blue zones, including food, community, joy, purpose, and more. Listen to Dan and Heather talk about the 5 food groups that are best for a long life, and the perfect combination of a grain and beans to make a complete protein. He has appeared on CNN, Late Show with David Letterman, Good Morning America, Primetime Live, and the Today show to discuss his Blue Zones research, and he has delivered more than 500 keynote speeches over the last 10 years. CROWDHEALTH: Open enrollment, take your power back! Join CrowdHealth to get started today for $99 for your first three months using code INMYHEART at www.Joincrowdhealth.com.      CrowdHealth is not insurance. Opt out. Take your power back. This is how we win.  AirDoctor: Head to www.AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HEATHER to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty—an $84 value, free! Get this exclusive, podcast-only offer now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Buettner, the discoverer of the Blue Zones, has spent decades studying the longevity factors of the longest-living populations around the globe — they naturally move frequently, eat largely a plant-based diet, have a strong sense of purpose, and are connected to community, to name a few. Another factor that can be a challenge to measure but is no less important is happiness.    In this episode, Buettner shares the learnings we can all apply to live longer, happier lives. He also discusses the power of a whole-foods, plant-focused diet on longevity, including insights from his new book, Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals, 100 Recipes to Live to 100.   Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/the-blue-zones-habits-for-happiness-insights-for-living-a-longer-happier-life   Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

He's back for the fourth time! Dan Buettner—National Geographic fellow, explorer, longevity expert, and creator of the Blue Zones—returns and this time we're diving into his brand-new New York Times best-selling book: Blue Zones: One Pot Meals.Dan and Rip roll up their sleeves and go page by page through his delicious new recipes—from savory Tex-Mex breakfast skillets to mushroom walnut bolognese, roasted cauliflower, creamy mac ‘n cheese, and even chewy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.They talk about:Why long-term consistency is the only real longevity “hack.”How the world's longest-lived people eat (and why beans are still king).The flavor “secrets” revealed by analyzing 650,000 top-rated recipes with Stanford's AI lab.How Dan is bringing Blue Zones wisdom into kitchens, frozen food aisles, and even entire cities.Why all five original Blue Zones are sadly waning—but also, the exciting announcement of a brand-new Blue Zone that's on the rise.This conversation is equal parts mouthwatering, inspiring, and hopeful—and if you're ready to supercharge your longevity with easy, affordable, maniacally delicious meals, you're in the right place.Episode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTube

On today's episode of The CLS Experience, we have a very exclusive treat. He's a legendary explorer, National Geographic Fellow, award-winning journalist and producer, multiple time New York Times bestselling author, and the brilliant mind who discovered the five original places in the world – dubbed Blue Zones – where people live the longest AND healthiest lives, No Big Deal. He's the visionary founder of Blue Zones LLC, a powerhouse company partnering with city governments and hospital systems to transform entire communities using his life-changing insights - AND His Netflix Series, “Live to 100” was nominated for six Emmy Awards and won three of them, BIG facts. His newest book, Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals; 100 Recipes to Live to 100, could add up to 12 extra years to your life through fast, affordable, plant-based meals – which I absolutely love. He's just a juggernaut in all facets of life and an extraordinary human being. Please welcome the brilliant, trailblazing, world-renowned, and abundant, the handsome Dan Buettner.2:08 - Meet Dan Buettner: The Blue Zones Pioneer14:45 - The Blue Zones Diet: Secrets to Longevity26:33 - The Role of Alcohol in Longevity34:34 - The Benefits of Warm Baths Over Cold Plunges45:30 - The Role of Faith-Based Communities in Longevity48:58 - Sleep and Diet for LongevityGrab Dan's new book Here: Check out Dan on Instagram Here:Check out our brand new RISE Framework to unlock your purpose HERE.Check out our partner Belay using our custom link HERE to find the best help available to grow your business!To join our community click here.➤ To connect with Craig Siegel follow Craig on Instagram➤ Order a copy of my new book The Reinvention Formula today! ➤ Join our CLS texting community for free daily inspiration and business strategies to elevate your day, text (917) 634-3796➤ INSTAGRAM➤ FACEBOOK➤ TIKTOK➤ YOUTUBE➤ WEBSITE➤ LINKEDIN➤ X

Recognizing the shortcomings of popular health advice, Dan Buettner set out to solve the mystery of why some communities live to 100 and beyond without chronic disease, while others face shorter lives burdened by illness. Through decades of research, he uncovered the transformative power of Blue Zones: environments that naturally promote health, happiness, and longevity. In this episode, Dan shares the longevity secrets of these communities, revealing lifestyle and environmental habits to help you live a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life. In this episode, Hala and Dan will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:21) His Early Career and Quest Expeditions (06:07) Building Revenue Streams Around His Passion (10:36) Discovering Blue Zones and Longevity Secrets (16:20) Downshifting Stress and Finding Purpose (21:37) Natural Movement vs. Modern Gym Culture (26:37) Creating Cities and Homes for Wellness (33:32) Plant Slant Diet, Nutrition, and Longevity (43:53) Evaluating Modern Health and Biohacking Trends Dan Buettner is a New York Times bestselling author, National Geographic Fellow, and producer of a three-time Emmy Award–winning Netflix series. As the founder of Blue Zones, he has helped transform more than 70 cities, adding healthy years to residents' lives through environmental design and policy change. His latest book, The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals, offers 100 quick, plant-based recipes inspired by the world's longest-living communities. Sponsored By: Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting Open Phone - Get 20% off your first 6 months at OpenPhone.com/profiting. DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting SKIMS - Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com  Policy Genius - Secure your family's future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/profiting Masterclass - Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at https://masterclass.com/profitingBitDefender - Save 30% on your subscription at bitdefender.com/profiting Resources Mentioned: Dan's Book, The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals: bit.ly/1_PotMeals  Dan's Book, The Blue Zones Challenge: bit.ly/BZonesChallenge  Dan's Book, The Blue Zones Kitchen: bit.ly/BZonesKitchen Dan's Instagram: instagram.com/danbuettner Dan's Website: danbuettner.com Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Motivation, Manifestation, Brain Health, Life Balance, Self-Healing, Positivity, Sleep

Do you eat like a centenarian? Dan Buettner, Blue Zones researcher and longevity expert, shares the powerful foods that keep the longest-living people healthy well into their golden years.   Blue Zones, which include communities like Okinawa, Sardinia, and Loma Linda in California, are home to more centenarians than anywhere else. Dan has been studying their lifestyles and diets for decades, and the results are clear: what we eat, how we cook, and the traditions we keep around food can make a dramatic difference in how long and how well we live.    In this episode of The Exam Room podcast, Dan joins Chuck Carroll to shares the best foods to eat for a long, healthy life, as well as his favorite recipes from his new book The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals: 100 Recipes to Live to 100.   This episode of The Exam Room is powered by Dr. Brooke Bussard.   — — SHOW LINKS — — 100 Recipes to Live to 100 Cookbook https://amzn.to/4n1w7xf — — — Dan Buettner https://www.bluezones.com https://www.instagram.com/danbuettner — — — Dr. Brooke Bussard https://drbrookebussard.com   — —EXAM ROOM NEWSLETTER — — Sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip   — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC — — — Physicians Committee Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers   — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 — — — Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don't forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

Want to know the secrets of the world's longest living and happiest people? It's not what you think. National Geographic Explorer and Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner has spent decades studying longevity hot spots where people consistently live longer, healthier lives than anywhere else on Earth. What he discovered might surprise you: it's not your genes or discipline that matter most—it's your environment. In this episode, Dan shares the foods proven to add years to your life, the science of purpose, and what your social circle says about your lifespan. Forget quick fixes and hacks; this is science-backed wisdom from the world's healthiest cultures. Dan's new cookbook, The Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals, is out now—featuring 100 easy, flavorful recipes straight from the world's longest-living communities. More from Molly: Get Molly's latest book, Dynamic Drive Website: mollyfletcher.com

Dan Buettner discovered the five places in the world (dubbed “blue zones”) where people live the longest, healthiest lives. He has devoted his life to studying them.In this episode of the Align Podcast, New York Times bestselling author Dan Buettner shares what really drives longevity and happiness (spoiler: it's not just supplements or strict routines.) Dan breaks down the common traits in Blue Zones around the world, exploring parallels between modern society and ancient civilizations, and how reshaping your surroundings can change everything. We cover powerful insights from his new book Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals and how you can apply them in your everyday life to feel better and live longer.OUR GUESTDan Buettner is a National Geographic Explorer and multiple New York Times Bestselling author. He discovered the five places in the world – dubbed blue zones – where people live the longest, healthiest lives. His articles about these places in The New York Times Magazine and National Geographic are two of the most popular for both publications.Buettner founded Blue Zones LLC, a company that works in partnership with city governments, hospital systems, and insurance companies to implement insights he gleaned in Blue Zones to help make cities healthier. In one such city, Fort Worth Texas, obesity rates dropped by 3%, and the city reported $250 million in projected health care cost savings. To date, over 70 cities have adopted Blue Zones Projects, improving the health of more than 10 million Americans to date.Dan's newest book, Blue Zones Kitchen: One Pot Meals; 100 Recipes to Live to 100, hits shelves on September 2. Backed by research and designed for busy Americans, this book tackles the root of chronic disease: ultra-processed food. With the average American eating out over 100 times a year—consuming 300 extra sugar- and sodium-laced calories each time—Dan makes the case for a powerful solution: cooking at home. To make it doable, he teamed up with a Stanford AI lab to analyze over 670,000 popular recipes, isolating the most-loved flavor profiles. The result? 100 fast, affordable, plant-based one-pot meals built on the principles of longevity—and designed to add up to 12 extra years of life.DAN BUETTNER

Join the September Reset What if living a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life wasn't about the latest wellness trend, but simple choices everyday choices that still allow you to enjoy life? Dan Buettner founder of the Blue Zones is here to show us the way, minus the bullshit. He also outlines what you would never find in his kitchen, why it is ok to drink wine and how we can set up our lives for longevity. Good Glow Christmas Show Thank you Dove, for supporting The Good Glow this season. 

We’re excited to share a new podcast from Lemonada Media: The Dan Buettner Podcast. In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. Now, in his new show, The Dan Buettner Podcast, he’s sharing the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that can set the stage for a longer, more fulfilling life—at any age. Dan sits down with extraordinary doctors, explorers, thought leaders, and actors from around the world, including the incomparable actor Laura Dern, a passionate advocate for living well. You’re about to hear a special sneak peek of their conversation. After you listen, search for The Dan Buettner Podcast in your favorite podcast app or YouTube, or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDanBuettnerPodcastfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re excited to share a new podcast from Lemonada Media: The Dan Buettner Podcast. In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. Now, in his new show, The Dan Buettner Podcast, he’s sharing the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that can set the stage for a longer, more fulfilling life—at any age. Dan sits down with extraordinary doctors, explorers, thought leaders, and actors from around the world, including the incomparable actor Laura Dern, a passionate advocate for living well. You’re about to hear a special sneak peek of their conversation. After you listen, search for The Dan Buettner Podcast in your favorite podcast app or YouTube, or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDanBuettnerPodcastfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re excited to share a new podcast from Lemonada Media: The Dan Buettner Podcast. In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. Now, in his new show, The Dan Buettner Podcast, he’s sharing the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that can set the stage for a longer, more fulfilling life—at any age. Dan sits down with extraordinary doctors, explorers, thought leaders, and actors from around the world, including the incomparable actor Laura Dern, a passionate advocate for living well. You’re about to hear a special sneak peek of their conversation. After you listen, search for The Dan Buettner Podcast in your favorite podcast app or YouTube, or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDanBuettnerPodcastfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re excited to share a new podcast from Lemonada Media: The Dan Buettner Podcast. In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. Now, in his new show, The Dan Buettner Podcast, he’s sharing the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that can set the stage for a longer, more fulfilling life—at any age. Dan sits down with extraordinary doctors, explorers, thought leaders, and actors from around the world, including the incomparable actor Laura Dern, a passionate advocate for living well. You’re about to hear a special sneak peek of their conversation. After you listen, search for The Dan Buettner Podcast in your favorite podcast app or YouTube, or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDanBuettnerPodcastfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re excited to share a new podcast from Lemonada Media: The Dan Buettner Podcast. In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. Now, in his new show, The Dan Buettner Podcast, he’s sharing the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that can set the stage for a longer, more fulfilling life—at any age. Dan sits down with extraordinary doctors, explorers, thought leaders, and actors from around the world, including the incomparable actor Laura Dern, a passionate advocate for living well. You’re about to hear a special sneak peek of their conversation. After you listen, search for The Dan Buettner Podcast in your favorite podcast app or YouTube, or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDanBuettnerPodcastfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re excited to share a new podcast from Lemonada Media: The Dan Buettner Podcast. In his groundbreaking Blue Zones research, National Geographic explorer and bestselling author Dan Buettner uncovered the secrets to longevity and happiness from the world’s longest-lived populations. Now, in his new show, The Dan Buettner Podcast, he’s sharing the practical habits, mindsets, and wisdom that can set the stage for a longer, more fulfilling life—at any age. Dan sits down with extraordinary doctors, explorers, thought leaders, and actors from around the world, including the incomparable actor Laura Dern, a passionate advocate for living well. You’re about to hear a special sneak peek of their conversation. After you listen, search for The Dan Buettner Podcast in your favorite podcast app or YouTube, or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/TheDanBuettnerPodcastfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Looking for the secret of happiness? Interested in the science of longevity? Dan Buettner is the man to follow. He's written 4 New York Times bestselling books after researching “Blue Zones” — regions of the world where people live longer, happier and healthier lives and what they do differently. In this episode Marie interviews Dan about the world's happiest people, and he shares what you can do to improve your day-to-day life, no matter where you live and what you do. Lasting happiness is something that everyone can create.  Thanks for listening! New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified.

Dan Buettner, National Geographic Explorer, writer, and founder of Blue Zones: areas where people live long, healthy, happy lives. Blue Zones are areas across the globe where people tend to live the longest and have remarkably low rates of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity. Dan explores what elements make up these blue zones, including food, community, joy, purpose, and more. Listen to Dan and Heather talk about the 5 food groups that are best for a long life, and the perfect combination of a grain and beans to make a complete protein. He has appeared on CNN, Late Show with David Letterman, Good Morning America, Primetime Live, and the Today show to discuss his Blue Zones research, and he has delivered more than 500 keynote speeches over the last 10 years. SPONSOR: Zbiotics Go to www.zbiotics.com/Heather and use code HEATHER at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of Zbiotics probiotics. Zbiotics has a 100% money-back guarantee, so if you are unsatisfied in any way they will refund your money, no questions asked. Thank you Zbiotics for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the best diet for someone with diabetes?   Dr. Thomas Campbell shares his research comparing the DASH Diet and a whole food plant-based diet. Their effects on insulin resistance and blood sugar levels are then examined.   Although both diets showed improvement, the participants experienced superior results while eating the WFPB diet. Dr. Campbell explains why when he joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room Podcast.   In the Interview:   Plant-Based Diet for Diabetes Management: The interview emphasizes the effectiveness of a whole food plant-based diet in managing diabetes, contrasting it with other dietary approaches like the keto diet, which merely suppresses symptoms rather than addressing underlying issues.   Influence of Family Legacy: Dr. Campbell reflects on the profound influence of his father, Dr. T. Colin Campbell who co-authored The China Study, on his career choice in medicine, emphasizing that his motivation stemmed from passion rather than pressure.   Challenges in Medical Nutrition Education: He highlights a significant gap in knowledge among medical professionals regarding diet and its effects on health, particularly in treating conditions like heart disease and diabetes.   Social Norms and Health: Dr. Campbell discusses how social norms contribute to unhealthy eating habits, making it difficult for individuals to change their diets despite knowing the health risks associated with poor nutrition.   Patient Education and Openness: Dr. Campbell stresses the importance of patient openness to dietary changes and the need for healthcare providers to engage in meaningful conversations rather than overwhelming patients with information.   Join Chuck and Dr. Bulsiewicz at Dr. Barnard's Bon Voyage Bash in Miami on March 7! — — SHOW LINKS — — Join Chuck and Dr. B in Miami https://www.pcrm.org/events/bon-voyage-party-2025 — — — T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org — — — Senate Aging Hearing with Dan Buettner https://bit.ly/SenateAgingHearing — — — Free Athlete Nutrition E-Book https://www.pcrm.org/athlete — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PCRM Jobs: https://www.pcrm.org/careers — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don't forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

In some pockets of the world, people have a higher chance of living longer. So how do they do it? This hour, TED speaker Dan Buettner takes us to Blue Zones to learn how to live a long, happy life. Original broadcast date: December 22, 2023.TED Radio Hour+ subscribers now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from TED speakers and a behind the scenes look with our producers. A Plus subscription also lets you listen to regular episodes (like this one!) without sponsors. Sign-up at: plus.npr.org/tedLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy