The Modern Dispatch

Hara Hachi Bu

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Elderly Okinawan people enjoying a healthy and active lifestyle in their village, embodying the principles of Blue Zones longevity.
Lifestyle

Blue Zones Longevity Habits for a Healthier Life

In Okinawa, home to more centenarians than anywhere else, people practice 'hara hachi bu,' eating until they are only 80% full, according to Vogue .

Adrian Vale·July 10, 2026