You might have heard some talk recently about the “blue zones” — parts of the world where people live the longest. Writer Dan Buettner spent more than five years researching these areas and writing Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest. The blue zones range from the Barbagia region of Sardinia and the islands of Okinawa, Japan, to the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica and a group of Seventh Day Adventists in Loma Linda, California. So what are the people in these areas doing to stay so healthy? A lot, as it turns out. But you don’t have to live in a blue zone to ... READ STORY

There’s certainly no shortage of face creams and under-eye balms on the market that promise to turn back the clock. But all the skin care products in the world can’t make up for a poor lifestyle. The best way to slow the signs of aging is by taking care of yourself and eating a healthy, well-balanced diet. In fact, some of the best anti-aging products can be found in your local grocery store. Here are some of our favorite foods to help you look and feel younger. Colorful Vegetables Vegetables are packed with nutrients, making them some of the healthiest foods out there. And the more colors you include in ... READ STORY