Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner spent years working on The Blue Zones of Happiness. He took a tack similar to previous original blue zones longevity research: first, he identified the statistically happiest populations, and then, through regression analysis and shoe-leather journalism, he distilled the lessons they have to offer the rest of us. Buettner traveled to happiness “hotspots” in South America, Asia, Europe, and the United States and profiled the happiness paragons of Denmark, Singapore, Costa Rica, and Boulder, Colorado. In the book, he describes three measurable facets of happiness (Life Satisfaction, Positive Affect, and Purpose) and how these places have achieved greater well being for their populations. Some of the lessons learned from the happiest cities and places in America (and around the world): 1. Bikeable, walkable cities are almost always happier. 2. Access to parks and green spaces makes for happier residents. 3. Reducing fast food and junk food consumption and making fruits and vegetables cheaper and more accessible makes for happier, healthier residents. Learn more by reading 9 Questions for Dan Buettner: Happiness Lessons From the Happiest Places in the World: https://lnkd.in/gtAKqhc8 #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity #activetransportation #walking #biking #bikeability #happiness #bluezonesofhappiness
About us
Blue Zones® puts the world’s best practices in longevity and well-being to work in people’s lives. The company was founded by Dan Buettner, an internationally recognized researcher, explorer, and New York Times bestselling author and National Geographic Fellow. His National Geographic cover story on longevity, “The Secrets of Living Longer” was one of their top-selling issues in history and made him a finalist for a National Magazine Award. Blue Zones Community Well-Being uplevels the approach to taking on the downstream issues cities face such as homelessness, obesity, diabetes, and healthcare costs by delivering sustainable and holistic solutions that increase health and economic vibrancy. The Blue Zones Project® is dedicated to creating a nation of Blue Zones communities – healthier cities, campuses, and entire communities where people live better, longer.
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External link for Blue Zones
- Industry
- Wellness and Fitness Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Edina, Minnesota
- Type
- Privately Held
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Primary
200 Southdale Center
Edina, Minnesota 55435, US
Employees at Blue Zones
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Maria Hernandez, PhD
Helping health systems prepare for their health equity accreditation | 50/50 Women on Board Semi-Finalist | Board Member (Governance, Innovation…
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Gayle Popp
Senior Leader | Strategy to Execution, Operations Optimization, Market Growth | Health Plans, Value-Based Providers, Digital Health Startups
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Dan Burden
Director of Innovation and Inspiration at Blue Zones
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Carrie Anne Blevins
Vice President, People And Places / Community Engagement and Strategy
Updates
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Explore the future of healthcare through lifestyle medicine by joining Blue Zones and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine in Orlando, Florida from October 27-30, 2024 for the LM2024 Lifestyle Medicine Conference (live in-person and online). -Discover how Blue Zones is reshaping healthcare by focusing on the business of reversing disease through lifestyle medicine. -Learn more about our groundbreaking partnership with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. -Get a sneak peek at Blue Zones Health, our innovative approach to transforming primary care to create more good years for individuals. -Check out the line of Blue Zones Kitchen plant-based, ready-to-heat meals crafted for longevity KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Dan Buettner, Founder, Blue Zones Ben Leedle, CEO, Blue Zones Dr. Dexter Shurney, Chief Health & Well-Being Officer, Blue Zones Dr. Wayne Dysinger, Chief Medical Officer, Blue Zones Health LEARN MORE & REGISTER TODAY: https://lnkd.in/d4_FejcQ #bluezones #bluezoneslife #longevity #livebetterlonger #lifestylemedicine #ACLMxBlueZones
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"While work can impart meaning and a sense of purpose in life, leisure, such as time with family and friends, hobbies, and exercise, is what makes our lives happy and healthy." Read more: https://lnkd.in/dkgcB56U #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity
How You View Leisure Time Could Be Making You Less Happy
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"One of the most popular breakfast meals for Adventists in Loma Linda is oatmeal. By fueling up with a hearty whole-grain breakfast, Adventists give themselves a complete package of health benefits, rich in nutrients and disease-preventing phytochemicals and antioxidants." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g9rw4k6s #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity #bluezonesdiet #lomalinda #oatmeal
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"With a focus on plant-forward meals that support health, well-being and a healing experience, the Food and Nutrition team has been instrumental in ECU Health’s team member and community-focused Blue Zones initiatives, which recently won the North Carolina Hospital Association’s 2024 Highsmith Award for Innovation." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g6Jvc3hR #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity
ECU Health Food and Nutrition team members help lead positive lifestyle change
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A properly shaded neighborhood, mostly from urban street trees, can reduce energy bills for a household from 15-35%. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtz9yaMT #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity
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"By creating opportunities for movement, social interaction, and brushes with nature, Singapore offers a blueprint for anti-aging city design." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g9QMyAue #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity #Singapore
Lessons From This Blue Zone (Where They Live 10 Years Longer Than Americans)
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Research shows that where people live has a bigger influence on their health than their genetics. That’s why Blue Zones focuses on Life Radius®—the area close to home where people spend 90% of their lives. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dfeY6Me #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity
Life Radius®
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"Standard Elementary School is proudly celebrating its recent designation as a Blue Zones Project Approved™ school, the first of its kind in the Standard School District. This achievement reflects the school’s efforts to create a healthier, more vibrant learning environment for its students." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gxPuwzPi #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity
Standard Elementary Celebrates Healthy Practices With Blue Zones Project Approval | KCSOS News
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"Look for community events or local groups that organize shared meals, such as potlucks, dinners, or cooking classes, for example, each of these events will allow you to meet new people in a social setting. But if that feels like too much, you could start by simply inviting one or two friends over for a meal. You don’t need a special occasion to invite people over—just make it a routine to share food and conversation." Get the story: https://lnkd.in/gA5XWawH #bluezones #bluezoneslife #livebetterlonger #longevity #loneliness
Eating Like a Blue Zoner Could Help With America’s Loneliness Epidemic
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