Dan Buettner and Peter Diamandis explore longevity secrets, Blue Zones, retirement impact on lifespan, 80% downshifting rule, social networks, mindful eating, purposeful living, healthy habits in Blue Zones, Netflix longevity series, and disparities in health span between countries.

Dan Buettner, best-selling author and explorer, unlocks the secrets to a fulfilling and enduring life from the communities where people live the longest and healthiest lives. Learn practical lessons for a longer life, the impact of our environment, and the benefits of a plant-based diet. Discover the importance of laughter, social connectedness, and creating healthier alternatives. Explore the need for policy shifts to promote a healthier lifestyle and how traditional habits are preserved in blue zones.

Dan Buettner, TED speaker known for exploring Blue Zones and the secrets to living a long, happy life, takes us on a fascinating journey to different 'blue zones' where people live well into their 90s and beyond. He discusses the factors contributing to longevity, the role of religion in lifespan, and the importance of creating healthy environments.

Explore the secrets and controversies of Blue Zones with Dan Buettner, focusing on longevity tips like the Power Nine principles, debunking myths about pasta and bread, and the importance of natural movement. Discover why pursuing good health can backfire, and how to incorporate Blue Zones wisdom into daily life for a healthier lifestyle.

Dan Buettner, a writer and National Geographic fellow, guides us through the fascinating concept of Blue Zones—regions where people live longer and healthier lives. He reveals that it's not just diet, but lifestyle factors like social connections and purposeful living that contribute to longevity. Explore the vibrant lives of community-focused seniors in places like Okinawa and Loma Linda. Buettner also discusses how environments can be transformed to support healthier choices, revealing practical insights for enhancing well-being in our own lives.

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic Fellow and best-selling author renowned for his research on longevity, shares fascinating insights about 'Blue Zones.' He reveals how community, diet, and daily activities impact lifespans. Buettner highlights the power of plant-based diets, meaningful relationships, and a life purpose in fostering longevity. He humorously predicts how long he might live based on his current lifestyle choices. The conversation blends personal anecdotes with actionable advice for enhancing overall health and wellbeing.

This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Athletic Greens, and Paleovalley. Heart disease, cancer, and stroke are the leading causes of death in the US. These diseases all have several risk factors in common, like smoking, physical inactivity, and poor diet, which policymakers often view simply as personal choices. Yet there are many reasons we need to begin looking at health beyond the individual. In today’s episode, I talk with Dan Buettner, James Maskell, Tawny Jones, and Dr. Gabor Maté about how our environment shapes our health and why community is vital to healing.Dan Buettner is an explorer, National Geographic Fellow, award-winning journalist and producer, and New York Times bestselling author. He discovered the five places in the world—dubbed Blue Zones—where people live the longest, healthiest lives. James Maskell has spent the past decade innovating at the intersection of Functional Medicine and community, where he created the Functional Forum, the world’s largest Functional Medicine conference, with record-setting participation. His organization and first book of the same name, The Evolution of Medicine, prepares health professionals for this new era of preventive medicine. Tawny Jones has been an accomplished administrator at the Cleveland Clinic for 19 years. She leads clinical operations at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, sharing the efficacy of Functional Medicine and demonstrating its cost-effectiveness and ability to improve health. The Functioning for Life shared medical program for chronic disease management is her brainchild.  A renowned speaker and bestselling author, Dr. Gabor Maté is highly sought after for his expertise on a range of topics including addiction, stress, and childhood development. Dr. Maté has written several bestselling books. His latest book, The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture, was just released.This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Athletic Greens, and Paleovalley. Rupa Health is a place where Functional Medicine practitioners can access more than 2,000 specialty lab tests from over 20 labs like DUTCH, Vibrant America, Genova, and Great Plains. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&A or create an account at RupaHealth.com.AG1 contains 75 high-quality vitamins, minerals, whole-food sourced superfoods, probiotics, and adaptogens to support your entire body. Right now when you purchase AG1 from Athletic Greens, you will receive 10 FREE travel packs with your first purchase by visiting athleticgreens.com/hyman.Paleovalley is offering my listeners 15% off their entire first order. Just go to paleovalley.com/hyman to check out all their clean Paleo products and take advantage of this deal.Full-length episodes of these interviews can be found here:Dan BuettnerJames Maskell and Tawny JonesDr. Gabor Maté Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the secrets of Blue Zones where people live to 100 with no chronic disease, how rearranging your kitchen can lead to a longer life, the impact of happiness on longevity, and creating a healthier environment for better habits. Explore the importance of social connections, purposeful living, and meal traditions for a happier, longer life.

Experts Gabor Maté, Johann Hari, and Dan Buettner, along with other guests, discuss the life-changing power of connecting with others. They explore the impact of loneliness on our health, the importance of community and social connections for well-being, and the transformative effects of acts of kindness. The podcast highlights the significance of building strong communities and prioritizing human connection for a happier and healthier life.

Dan Buettner, a National Geographic Fellow researching Blue Zones and longevity habits, shares the habits of centenarians including intermittent fasting, afternoon naps, and prioritizing sleep. He also discusses the importance of environment, small improvements, and aligning with your body's needs. Additionally, he talks about making environmental changes for a healthier lifestyle through finding new friends and supporting NPR.