Lecture by National Geographic writer Dan Buettner November 7, 2009

Take a journey to the world’s five “Blue Zones” with National Geographic writer Dan Buettner. Dan and his team of researchers have traveled across the globe to discover “Blue Zones”—hotspots of human health and vitality. Dan has identified five small populations with the world's highest life expectancy—and he and his team have isolated the common denominators that explain this extraordinary longevity and vitality.

In this dynamic presentation, Dan will debunk the most common myths on living a long and healthy life and offer a science-backed blueprint for the average American to live another 10 quality years—helping you make easy and lasting change in your life. Dan’s work is featured in the Museum’s new permanent exhibit, YOU! The Experience, one of the first and most comprehensive exhibitions that showcases the connection between the human mind, body and spirit in the 21st century. A book signing of Dan’s book, Blue Zones: Secrets to a Long Life will follow the lecture.

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