What is Blue Zones?

Blue Zones employs evidence-based ways to help people live longer, better. The company’s work is rooted in explorations and research done by National Geographic fellow Dan Buettner in blue zones regions around the world, where people live extraordinarily long or happy lives. The original research and findings were released in Buettner's bestselling booksThe Blue Zones Solution, The Blue Zones of Happiness, The Blue Zones, and Thrive—all published by National Geographic books.

Using original Blue Zones research, Blue Zones Project® works with cities to make healthy choices easier through permanent changes to a city's environment, policy, and social networks. Participating communities have experienced double digit drops in obesity and tobacco use and have saved millions of dollars in healthcare costs. Currently, 42 communities in nine states have joined the Blue Zones Project, impacting millions of Americans nationwide. For more information, visit bluezones.com.

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