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Dan Buettner[edit]

Dan Buettner speaking at an event in October 2010.

Dan Buettner is an American explorer, author, and public speaker known for his work on longevity and happiness. He is best known for identifying and studying "Blue Zones", regions of the world where people live significantly longer and healthier lives. Buettner's work has been influential in the fields of public health, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Dan Buettner was born in St. Paul, Minnesota. He attended the University of St. Thomas where he earned a degree in International Business. Buettner's early career involved adventure and exploration, which laid the foundation for his later work in identifying Blue Zones.

Career[edit]

Exploration and Writing[edit]

Buettner began his career as an explorer and writer, contributing to publications such as National Geographic. His interest in longevity and health led him to investigate areas of the world where people live exceptionally long lives. This research culminated in the identification of the Blue Zones.

Blue Zones[edit]

The concept of "Blue Zones" was first introduced by Buettner in a 2005 article for National Geographic. The term refers to regions where people live longer than average, often reaching ages of 90 or 100. The original Blue Zones identified by Buettner include:

Buettner's research in these areas focused on common lifestyle characteristics that contribute to longevity, such as diet, physical activity, social engagement, and purpose in life.

Public Speaking and Advocacy[edit]

Buettner is a sought-after public speaker, sharing insights from his research on longevity and happiness. He has delivered talks at various conferences and events, promoting the adoption of Blue Zone principles to improve health and well-being.

Publications[edit]

Dan Buettner has authored several books on the topic of longevity and happiness, including:

The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest
The Blue Zones Solution: Eating and Living Like the World's Healthiest People
The Blue Zones of Happiness: Lessons From the World's Happiest People

These books provide practical advice on how to incorporate the lifestyle habits of Blue Zone residents into everyday life.

Personal Life[edit]

Buettner resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He continues to travel extensively, conducting research and promoting the principles of Blue Zones.

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-'''Dan Buettner''' is an American [[explorer]], [[author]], and [[public speaker]] known for his work on identifying and studying the world's [[Blue Zones]], areas where people live significantly longer lives. Buettner's research into Blue Zones has contributed to a broader understanding of [[longevity]], [[health]], and [[well-being]]. His work has been featured in various media outlets, including ''[[National Geographic]]'', where he first brought the concept of Blue Zones to a wider audience.
+== Dan Buettner ==
-==Early Life and Education==
+[[File:DanBuettnerOct10.jpg|thumb|right|Dan Buettner speaking at an event in October 2010.]]
-Dan Buettner was born in [[St. Paul, Minnesota]], and developed an interest in exploration and endurance at a young age. He graduated from the [[University of St. Thomas (Minnesota)|University of St. Thomas]] with a degree in [[journalism]]. Buettner's early career was marked by a series of adventurous expeditions, including biking across Africa and participating in the Eco-Challenge.
-==Career==
+'''Dan Buettner''' is an American explorer, author, and public speaker known for his work on longevity and happiness. He is best known for identifying and studying "[[Blue Zones]]", regions of the world where people live significantly longer and healthier lives. Buettner's work has been influential in the fields of [[public health]], [[nutrition]], and [[lifestyle medicine]].
-Buettner's career took a significant turn when he began to focus on the factors that contribute to longevity and high quality of life. His research led him to identify five specific regions around the world where people live significantly longer and healthier lives, which he termed "Blue Zones." These areas are located in [[Sardinia]] (Italy), [[Okinawa]] (Japan), [[Loma Linda, California]] (USA), [[Nicoya Peninsula]] (Costa Rica), and [[Ikaria]] (Greece).
-In his role as a [[National Geographic]] Fellow, Buettner and his team conducted extensive field research in these areas, working with demographers, medical researchers, and anthropologists to identify common lifestyle and dietary traits that contributed to the longevity of their populations. His findings emphasized the importance of a plant-based diet, regular physical activity, strong social connections, and a sense of purpose.
+== Early Life and Education ==
+Dan Buettner was born in [[St. Paul, Minnesota]]. He attended the [[University of St. Thomas (Minnesota)|University of St. Thomas]] where he earned a degree in [[International Business]]. Buettner's early career involved adventure and exploration, which laid the foundation for his later work in identifying Blue Zones.
-Buettner has authored several books on the subject, including ''The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest'' and ''The Blue Zones Solution: Eating and Living Like the World's Healthiest People''. These works provide insights into the lifestyles of Blue Zones residents and offer practical advice for incorporating their habits into one's life.
+== Career ==
-==Impact and Legacy==
+=== Exploration and Writing ===
-Dan Buettner's work has had a significant impact on public health and wellness discourse. His concept of Blue Zones has been integrated into public health policies and wellness programs around the world. Buettner has also founded the Blue Zones Project, a community well-being improvement initiative that aims to make healthy choices easier through changes to the environment, policy, and social networks.
+Buettner began his career as an explorer and writer, contributing to publications such as [[National Geographic]]. His interest in longevity and health led him to investigate areas of the world where people live exceptionally long lives. This research culminated in the identification of the Blue Zones.
-Buettner's contributions to understanding longevity and promoting health and wellness have made him a sought-after speaker and consultant. He continues to advocate for lifestyle changes that can lead to longer, healthier lives.
+=== Blue Zones ===
+The concept of "Blue Zones" was first introduced by Buettner in a 2005 article for National Geographic. The term refers to regions where people live longer than average, often reaching ages of 90 or 100. The original Blue Zones identified by Buettner include:
-==See Also==
+* [[Sardinia]], [[Italy]]
+* [[Okinawa]], [[Japan]]
+* [[Loma Linda, California]], [[United States]]
+* [[Nicoya Peninsula]], [[Costa Rica]]
+* [[Ikaria]], [[Greece]]
+Buettner's research in these areas focused on common lifestyle characteristics that contribute to longevity, such as diet, physical activity, social engagement, and purpose in life.
+=== Public Speaking and Advocacy ===
+Buettner is a sought-after public speaker, sharing insights from his research on longevity and happiness. He has delivered talks at various conferences and events, promoting the adoption of Blue Zone principles to improve health and well-being.
+== Publications ==
+Dan Buettner has authored several books on the topic of longevity and happiness, including:
+* ''The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest''
+* ''The Blue Zones Solution: Eating and Living Like the World's Healthiest People''
+* ''The Blue Zones of Happiness: Lessons From the World's Happiest People''
+These books provide practical advice on how to incorporate the lifestyle habits of Blue Zone residents into everyday life.
+== Personal Life ==
+Buettner resides in [[Minneapolis, Minnesota]]. He continues to travel extensively, conducting research and promoting the principles of Blue Zones.
+== Related Pages ==
 * [[Longevity]]
-* [[Public Health]]
+* [[Public health]]
 * [[Nutrition]]
-* [[Exercise]]
+* [[Lifestyle medicine]]
 [[Category:American explorers]]
 [[Category:American non-fiction writers]]
 [[Category:Public speakers]]
-[[Category:University of St. Thomas (Minnesota) alumni]]
+[[Category:Living people]]
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