Things the world's longest-living people do

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People living in blue zones, which are areas of the world where people live the longest, prefer to do natural activities like gardening over intense exercise.

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Research suggests that a sense of purpose can extend one's life by up to seven years.

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Blue zone residents frequently use rituals like prayer, naps, and happy hours to reduce stress.

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Blue zone dwellers abide by the Confucian maxim "hara hachi bu", which encourages stopping eating when the stomach is 80 per cent full.

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Beans, such as fava, black, soy, and lentils, serve as key components in blue zone diets.

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Centenarians in blue zones are often part of a faith-based community and regularly attend services.

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A prevalent habit among centenarians in blue zones is to keep elderly family members close by, which lowers the risk of illness and mortality rates for their offspring.

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People who live long lives are part of social networks that encourage positive habits.

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Although these habits lay the groundwork for a healthy lifestyle, personalised guidance from medical experts is essential for recommendations based on particular health requirements and problems.

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