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Dan Buettner: Daily Habits That Defy Aging, Boost Health, and Happiness | Health and Wellness | E366

Sep 1, 2025
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Dan Buettner
Dan Buettner, a New York Times bestselling author and National Geographic Fellow, unveils the secrets of longevity from Blue Zones, where communities thrive past 100. He emphasizes the importance of purposeful living, natural movement, and stress downshifting for a healthy life. Buettner discusses the 'Power Nine' principles that contribute to well-being, and introduces a plant-based diet as a key to longevity. Listeners are encouraged to rethink their lifestyle choices and adopt habits that promote health and happiness.
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INSIGHT

Environment Over Genes

  • Only about 20% of lifespan is determined by genes according to the Danish Twin Study.
  • Dan Buettner concludes the remaining 80% comes from environment engineering daily micro-decisions.
ANECDOTE

Ramirez: A 101-Year-Old Cowboy

  • Dan met Ramirez, a Costa Rican centenarian who still herds cattle and rides ten miles daily.
  • Ramirez remained active, social, and playful at 101, illustrating Blue Zones habits in practice.
ADVICE

Build Daily Downshift Rituals

  • Downshift daily using rituals like naps, prayer, or social happy hours to lower inflammation.
  • Reduce chronic stress because it drives inflammation that accelerates age-related disease.
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