History & Places
Which American city falls into one of the blue regions?
Loma Linda
In these communities—Albert Lea, MN, Beach Cities, CA, and Fort Worth, TX—name one key strategy that was adopted to boost health and well-being
What is improvements to 1) promote physical activity, 2) local restaurants, grocery stores, and schools to offer healthier food options, OR 3) feeling involved in the initiative through community events, volunteer opportunities, and social gatherings 4)smoke-free ordinances, workplace wellness programs, and incentives for employers to promote employee health.
What were some of the socioeconomic variables in Jackson, Mississippi that were discussed in our lecture?
What is poverty, education attainment, and unemployment.
What is the significance of the "80% rule" in Blue Zones communities?
What is it emphasizes moderation in eating, encouraging individuals to stop eating when they are about 80% full to avoid overeating and promote healthier eating habits.
What cities (can just name one) was chosen as a pilot project for implementing Blue Zones principles in the United States, resulting in an increase in life expectancy and a decrease in healthcare costs?
What is Albert Lea, MN, Beach Cities, CA, or Fort Worth TX.
Which Asian nation is a part of the blue zone?
Japan
Where in the United States is a blue zone type of project planned?
Brooklyn or East New York
What is connected to a lower economic class neighborhood in terms of alcohol consumption?
Long-term heavy alcohol consumption
What actions did residents of the blue zone take to lower their stress levels?
Ikarians embrace midday naps
Sardinians gather for a joyful "happy hour.”
What is the main problem with the Brooklyn's blue zone rent calculation for tenants?
The term "Blue Zones" was coined by this National Geographic fellow
Who is Dan Buettner?
What are some of the ways that the Blue Zone Project in East NY encourages physical activity? (name one)
Walking paths ( 4 acres)
Vegetable farm for residents
What is one common challenge faced by low-income residents in MN? (name one)
What is accessing healthy food, healthcare, and dealing with substandard housing conditions? (name one)
What family-oriented practice contributes to longevity?
What is multi-generational living or strong family bonds?
Identify one of the Brooklyn Blue Zone project's environmentally friendly features.
The building will use geothermal heating and cooling
Rooftop solar panels
Year the five demographically regions with the highest percentage of centenarians identified?
What is 2004?
As mentioned re Blue Zone project slide, what impact have Blue Zones initiatives had on the overall wellbeing of communities? (name two)
What is they have been associated with improvements in health outcomes, including reductions in chronic diseases, increased life expectancy, and enhanced quality of life for residents.
What is a primary concern among some residents regarding the Alafia development project in East New York?
What is the lack of trust or skepticism among the target population, who are more focused on immediate needs like affordable housing?
This term refers to the lifestyle characteristics shared by residents of Blue Zones, offering insights into longevity.
What are the Power 9?
What was the approximate increase in life expectancy observed in Albert Lea, Minnesota, after implementing Blue Zones principles?
What is ~3 years.
How was the name 'blue zone' coined?
The name was coined after a researcher circled one of the sites on a map in blue ink.
Which factors influenced the creation of the concept of "blue zones" in East New York?
High rate of chronic conditions: Asthma, obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
Lower life Expectancy (78)
High rates of poverty
Important environmental elements that had a positive correlation with consuming cigarettes? (name two)
Lower neighborhood socioeconomic status
Lower neighborhood social cohesion
Higher neighborhood violence
What term, meaning "why I wake up in the morning," describes the sense of purpose that contributes to longevity among the residents of Blue Zones?
What is Ikigai?
What lifestyle practices from Blue Zones are being incorporated into the Alafia development project in Brooklyn? (name two)
What are walking paths, recreation areas, and a farm for fresh vegetables. (name two)