We look into the science of the blue zone, regions where people live extremely long lives
In this episode of TechKnow, we explore the regions where people enjoy a longer life of good health, regions known as Blue zones.
Acciaroli is one such region. It is part of what is known as the Cilento Coast of Italy, situated 140 km south of Naples. It has a high concentration of centenarians living there.
According to researchers from Rome's Sapienza University and the University of California, San Diego, one in every 60 of its residents is at least 90 years old.
This Mediterranean region has become known for good health supplemented by diet rich in fresh produce, pasta, olive oil, and rosemary.
Dr Salvatore Di Somma, who is leading the study, explains that the first time blood samples from the centenarians were tested, the scientists discovered "proteins linked to longevity in these subjects they never saw in the millions of samples."
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