Good morning. Here's to another Friday. Though I need to keep this morning's blog on the short and sweet side, I do what to mention a few things... Yes, Rita...there is a spot in Greece that's "blue." I believe that Ikaria, Greece was the latest blue zone to be researched and labeled. Over one-third of the inhabitants there live past the age of 90. Additionally, they … [Read more...] about This and That and Yoga Day…
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Last Look at the Blue Zones
Good morning. Before we move on from this topic, let's look beyond Okinawa, where we learned Hara Hachi Bu and see what they are doing and eating in the other countries that are labeled longevity hot-spots. Since everyone loves Italy, we'll first examine the lifestyles of the inhabitants of the small island of Sardinia, where they boast about the inordinate number of male … [Read more...] about Last Look at the Blue Zones
Welcome to the Blue Zones
Good morning. Welcome to the Blue Zones. The Blue Zones are small geographic pockets inhabited by the world’s longest-lived populations. In each of these regions, people reach age 100 at rates significantly higher than the rest of us, and on average live longer, healthier lives. They also suffer about one fifth the rate of heart disease and cancer found in America. I first … [Read more...] about Welcome to the Blue Zones
If it’s Good Enough for Sanjay, it’s Good Enough for Me!
Good morning. Happy Monday. Thanks so much for the messages of peace that I received yesterday in response to the quote I shared. The return of the peace sign was something I embraced years ago and chose to never lose touch with again. Practicing peace (and fitness) have somehow become my "religion" and I am thankful for those who are like-minded and practicing with me. … [Read more...] about If it’s Good Enough for Sanjay, it’s Good Enough for Me!
Wake Up and Eat, Part 2
Last week I blogged about the importance of breakfast. Whether you are looking to lose weight or not, breakfast is PARAMOUNT to your health. There are lots of enjoyable ways to get a mix of all the important nutrients that fuel our "engines" and keep us running (literally, sometimes!) efficiently. This morning I would like to offer up some reader's suggestions: Carole, my … [Read more...] about Wake Up and Eat, Part 2