Description
Blue Zones are regions of the world known for having unusually high numbers of centenarians and long-lived populations. What factors contribute to their health and longevity? What habits, lifestyles, and community practices do these populations share? Explore the research behind the Blue Zones, examine the habits commonly associated with healthy aging, and consider practical ways to incorporate these principles into everyday life. We also discuss debates and controversies surrounding Blue Zone research, including questions about data collection and the interpretation of longevity statistics.
David Soul, DOM, LAc, Dipl. OM, is a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine with training in both Chinese and Western medicine. His professional background includes work in family medicine, pain management, and emergency care. He specializes in pain-related conditions, pulmonary health, and women’s health, and is experienced in multiple styles of acupuncture and the use of medicinal herbs. Drawing on his Chinese American heritage and interdisciplinary training, Soul integrates Eastern and Western approaches to health and wellness.