Blue Zones - Summative

People in Blue Zones usually eat small portions of highly processed snacks and fast food.

• True

• False

The term "Blue Zones" was created by researchers who noticed certain places where people lived longer and healthier lives.

• True

• False

All people who live in Blue Zones go to the gym every day.

• True

• False

People in Blue Zones don't eat meat at all.

• True

• False

What type of food is commonly eaten in all Blue Zones?

• Sweets and sodas

• Dairy

• Beans and vegetables

• Daily large portions of red meat

Which of the following habits is shared by most people in Blue Zones?

• Intense gym workouts

• Taking naps in the evening

• Walking, gardening, and natural movement daily

• Socializing

What is "hara hachi bu"?

• Japanese religious practice

• A habit of eating until 80% full

• Eating 80% of the time

• A Japanese soup

What helps support a healthy gut and digestion in Blue Zone diets?

• Dairy and probiotics

• Protein-rich foods

• Fiber-rich foods

• Fruits and cereals

Which of these is a common reason why Blue Zone habits might be hard to apply in cities like ours?

• Blue Zones are rich countries

• People don't like vegetables

• Cultural habits, fast-paced life, and urban environments

• Blue Zone habits only work for older people

Why do scientists question some parts of the Blue Zone research?

• They think all old people lie about their age

• Data about ages may not always be verified or exact

• They think that BMI is a more important metric to measure health

• Data about age is less important than genetics