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I Went to Greece to Debunk the Lies About Blue Zones — Whalespan

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I Went to Greece to Debunk the Lies About Blue Zones

Paul Saladino12m · 2024-09-27

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✓Well SupportedBlue Zones populations consume substantial quantities of animal foods.◐Partially SupportedLamb heads, including the brain and tongue, are edible and considered tasty parts of the animal.◐Partially SupportedHumans have historically consumed and benefited from animal fat, and this is a natural part of their diet.◐Partially SupportedThe population was significantly healthier almost 100 years ago compared to today.◐Partially Supported

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Generations that consumed diets primarily of animal origin, including beef tallow for frying and butter as a cooking oil, were healthier.

◐Partially SupportedThe speaker excludes bread, vegetables, grains, beans, and starches from their diet.

✓Well SupportedConsuming high-quality fat is preferable to consuming other types of fat.

◐Partially SupportedMediterranean diets traditionally include meat and red meat.

◐Partially SupportedHistorically, people in Greece consumed significantly more fat than they do now.

◐Partially SupportedLean meats like chicken and beef are considered options for individuals seeking to eat healthily or 'fit'.

◐Partially SupportedTraditionally, Greek people ate liver prepared in various ways.

◐Partially SupportedReduced physical activity, smoking, and drinking make animal fat less beneficial for modern humans compared to 70 years ago.

◐Partially SupportedMany elderly individuals in Greece, over 80 years old, are still living and consume meat and liver.

◐Partially SupportedModern lifestyles characterized by inactivity, smoking, and drinking contribute to poor health.