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Wendy Christien - Chronological vs biological age Part 2

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Studies have been done on communities living in 5 different areas in the world
known as the “Blue Zones” which show that lifestyle factors are key to
longevity. People living in the Blue Zones often live to 100 years old or more.

What do these people seem to have in common?
11 May English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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