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Greece: The Blue Zones and The Mediterranean Diet

By: Yanna Darilis, ND, PhD “Inspiring Wellness” Greece is recognized as a Blue Zone, a term coined by journalist and researcher, Dan Buettner, from a study conducted by scientific researchers who were circling areas where centenarians were found on a map with a blue marker. These regions describe countries and areas where people enjoy remarkable longevity and overall health and well-being. The longevity observed in Greek Blue Zones, such as the island of Ikaria, which was specifically chosen for research due to the abundance of centenarians, has been attributed to ...

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