Sardinia, an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, holds the distinction of being the first location recognized as a Blue Zone in the world.
Research shows that people living in this particular Blue Zone experience lower rates of cancer, heart disease, and dementia.
Loma Linda, a city in San Bernardino County, California, is the surprise inclusion on the Blue Zone list—Loma Linda residents have one of the highest rates of longevity in the United States!
Adventist longevity and the majority of Loma Linda residents' long life can be attributed to the Adventist focus on health, diet, and Sabbath-keeping.
The isolated Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica's Pacific coast is known for its high concentration of centenarians, making it another Blue Zone region.
In this peaceful Blue Zone, inhabitants experience approximately 20% lower cancer rates, 50% lower heart disease rates, and minimal dementia cases.
The agreeable climate also contributes. It's not by chance that the five Blue Zones mentioned here have consistently warm, sunny weather throughout the year.