The average life expectancy in the UK is 81.77 years although it tends to vary depending on where you live.
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But there could be an easier way to extend life expectancy. On one gorgeous island in Greece, one in three residents live until their 90s.
Ikaria island, in Greece’s Aegean Sea, is one of the world’s Blue Zones, areas of the globe where residents enjoy a long life expectancy.
So why do Ikaria’s residents live so long?
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Ikaria’s longest living residents are generally people who reside in the island’s highlands. Due to the hilly terrain, residents exercise just by visiting neighbours or gardening.
The majority of Ikarian people eat a Mediterranean diet, with a huge focus on fruits, vegetables, grains, beans and potatoes.
The island’s residents also tend to consume goat’s milk over cow’s milk, which is thought to be better for people who suffer from lactose intolerance.
According to Blue Zones, people who nap regularly have a 35 percent lower risk of dying from heart disease.
Many Ikarians take a mid afternoon break from work which could contribute to their healthy lifestyle.
The island residents’ focus on friends and family is also thought to be beneficial for a long life, offering a healthy boost.
Ikaria’s residents also enjoy gorgeous views and beaches. A tourist who visited Nas Beach on the island wrote on Tripadvisor: “The clear aquamarine water is stunning.”
The easiest way to reach Ikaria is to fly to Athens and then catch a domestic flight from the capital.
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