As a Celebrity Chef and Nutritionist, Reiki Master and Longevity Wellness Expert, Serena Poon has made it her mission to promote education around the mindful combination of food, nutrition and healing intuition in what she has coined, “Culinary Alchemy™.” Inspiring guests who share Serena's philosophy for living an optimally healthy lifestyle by integrating nutritional and physical therapy, healing energy and balancing the body’s support system.
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As a Celebrity Chef and Nutritionist, Reiki Master and Longevity Wellness Expert, Serena Poon has made it her mission to promote education around the mindful combination of food, nutrition and healing intuition in what she has coined, “Culinary Alchemy™.” Inspiring guests who share Serena's philosophy for living an optimally healthy lifestyle by integrating nutritional and physical therapy, healing energy and balancing the body’s support system.
The Secrets to Longevity from the Blue Zones with Dan Buettner
Serena Loves
58 minutes
1 year ago
The Secrets to Longevity from the Blue Zones with Dan Buettner
I am excited to share this conversation with the bestselling author and Blue Zones Project founder, Dan Buettner. For over 20 years, Dan has studied populations worldwide with unprecedented longevity. Dan shares practical insights from the Blue Zones regions in this insightful discussion. Learn about the importance of community, plant-based eating, daily movement, and stress management. Dan also debunks myths and provides recommendations for improving digestion. Discover how optimizing your environment can support healthy choices without relying on willpower alone. Through Dan's contagious passion and Serena's thoughtful facilitation, gain actionable strategies for adding vibrant years to your life.
(00:00) - Intro
(07:16) - Longevity secrets from Blue Zones populations
(10:00) - The Blue Zones diet
(11:50) - Food culture in the Blue Zones
(13:49) - Finding your sense of purpose
(15:17) - The importance of social connection
(16:40) - Creating a supportive environment for longevity
(19:09) - Plant-based recipes and cooking beans
(20:08) - Addressing digestion issues with beans
(21:53) - Recommendations for a delicious bean soup
(23:44) - Tips for living a long, healthy life
(26:15) - Making healthy choices easy choices
(28:25) - External factors like pollution
(32:05) - Tools for improving indoor air quality
(34:27) - Engagement and growing on social media
(37:47) - Optimizing entire communities for wellness
(42:32) - Not relying on willpower but environment
(43:41) - Resources for supporting Blue Zones work
Serena Loves
As a Celebrity Chef and Nutritionist, Reiki Master and Longevity Wellness Expert, Serena Poon has made it her mission to promote education around the mindful combination of food, nutrition and healing intuition in what she has coined, “Culinary Alchemy™.” Inspiring guests who share Serena's philosophy for living an optimally healthy lifestyle by integrating nutritional and physical therapy, healing energy and balancing the body’s support system.
