Stemming from Dan Buettner’s “Power 9®” principles, downshifting can be understood as a lifestyle choice to seek ways to manage stress levels – even Blue Zone residents are not spared from the various forms of stressors from everyday life and perhaps from conditions outside their control. Research has shown that stress activates inflammatory responses in […]
Practised as part of the blue zones’ residents’ daily routine, moving naturally in a nutshell simply means making the best of everyday moments to be physically active.
The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as the active pursuit of activities, choices and lifestyles that lead to a state of holistic health.
As we experience different types and intensities of stressors in our daily lives, studies have shown that prolonged exposure to stress can increase inflammation in our body. In this article, we’ll explore the various stress busters our Blue Zone residents are engaged in – perhaps there are insights to glean from what they do.
Following the previous article published on Better Living and Longevity: The Blue Zone Diet, this article introduces the key ideas behind the active lifestyle frequently depicted by the centenarians in the Blue Zones across Italy, Japan, Greece, the United States and Costa Rica.
Introduced by a team of demographic researchers in 2004 by Gianni Pes and Michel Poulain et al., a Blue Zone essentially refers to a region where its local population experiences exceptionally high longevity.
Nature therapy, also known as ecotherapy or green therapy, is a therapeutic practice that involves spending time outdoors in nature to improve mental and physical well-being.
In our fast-paced and stress-filled lives, finding effective ways to nurture our physical and mental health is essential. Massage therapy, a practice rooted in ancient traditions, has emerged as a potent tool for enhancing overall well-being.
Snoring occurs when the flow of air through the mouth and nose is partially blocked during sleep. The sound of snoring is caused by the vibration of the tissues in the upper airway, including the throat, palate, uvula, and nasal passages. Various factors contribute to snoring and some of them are obesity, weak muscle tone in the throat and tongue, pregnancy and more.
The modern office-based workforce, especially in the rapidly growing economies of Asia, spends long hours at workstations or in front of computers. This has led to a growing health issue known as “Office Syndrome”, which refers to a spectrum of physical and psychological symptoms.