The better approach: create sustainable habits
For sustainable well-being, take inspiration from the Blue Zones: five regions that are home to some of the healthiest, longest-living people in the world. These populations don’t rely on juice cleanses or extreme diets to achieve their incredible health status.
Instead, Blue Zone inhabitants share common lifestyle habits that improve their well-being:
- Plant-based diets: consume more vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains.
- Moderate calorie intake: eat mindfully and savor meals.
- Daily physical activity: walk, garden, and move throughout the day.
- Social connection: maintain strong community bonds and family ties.
- Purposeful living: nurture a sense of purpose (called ikigai in Japan).
- Stress reduction: make time for relaxing practices like naps, prayer, or meditation.
These habits emphasize that the key to long-term health is consistent, balanced living—not quick fixes like juice cleanses.