The Midlife Chrysalis Dan Buettner on Aging Smarter: The Real Secrets of Longevity
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Dec 5, 2025 
Dan Buettner, a longevity researcher and author, delves into the essential habits that can help you live longer and healthier. He reveals why many anti-aging shortcuts fail and how embracing daily movement and purpose can transform your life. Dan tackles America's aging misconceptions and discusses the impact of processed foods and social connections on longevity. He shares insights from his adventurous life and the transformative power of meditation during midlife. Discover how small changes can lead to significant health benefits!
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Cultural Fear Versus Celebrated Aging
- American society fears aging because culture and media celebrate youth while older people are stigmatized.
- Dan Buettner shows Blue Zones celebrate elders and positive aging correlates strongly with longer life.
Formative Family Sparked Explorations
- Dan describes growing up with an adventuresome father and loving mother that shaped his curiosity and explorations.
- That background led him to lead 17 scientific expeditions and pursue longevity research.
Adopt A Mostly Plant-Based Diet
- Move from a 60% processed diet to ~90% whole plant-based foods to add roughly 7–8 years at middle age.
- Eat beans, grains, nuts, greens, tubers and aim for a cup of beans daily.
