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Dan Buettner

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#1 NYTimes Bestselling author, National Geographic Fellow, and founder of the Blue Zones.

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Carbs aren’t the enemy the wrong carbs are. While junk food gives carbs a bad name, the longest-living people thrive on complex carbs like beans, whole grains, and sweet potatoes. Aim for 70% of your calories from these nutrient-dense foods to fuel your body.

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Beans are the ultimate longevity food. Packed with protein, fiber, and complex carbs, they’re a staple in every long-living culture. One study even found that eating a cup of beans a day could add four extra years to your life.

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Speaking in front of the Senate, I shared what I’ve learned from working in 70 cities: the key to effective policy isn’t telling people what to do it’s showing them how to succeed within their own community’s values.