I'd move to Sardinia for this

  I'd move there in a heartbeat, {NAME}, Sardinia has one of the largest concentrations of people living to 100 years or older. They’re in shape, have extremely high happiness scores, and are some of the healthiest people on earth. I want to talk specifically about what they eat. Their diet is one of a kind… even compared to other Blue Zones. Let's get into the first one: Meat and Fish When you look at other Mediterranean regions, there’s not as much fish consumption as Sardinia. Sardinians eat smaller fish and shellfish, both of which are packed with omega-3s. I haven’t seen any literature looking at their omega-3 index as a population, but I would imagine it’s pretty darn good. And we know that omega-3s are quite potent when it comes down to longevity and cardiovascular health. Nuts High in Polyunsaturated Fats Sardinians eat nuts that are uniquely high in good polyunsaturated fats, but also omega-3s. Now… Full disclaimer here, when we look at the omega-3 content in nuts, it's nothing compared to what you’d get out of something like seafood. But it balances out the omega-6 profile. So there's almonds and pistachios, but predominantly a lot of walnut consumption. And walnuts are the ones that are higher in omega-3s. Goat’s Milk Okay… what’s so unique about goat’s milk? Well, for one, the fat profile is different. You have more myristic and conjugated linoleic acid, which is proven to be good for body composition and even longevity. But you're also looking at a lower overall fat profile level. I don't want to sound cheeky when I say this… but goat’s milk is potentially less inflammatory and easier to digest than other forms of dairy. Either way, if a culture is adapted to a given dairy, digestion doesn’t really matter. But goat milk seems to have a slightly better fat profile, easier digestion, and less negative attributes that bovine dairy could have. Pecorino Romano If you’ve followed my stuff, you know I’ve mentioned Pecorino Romano and Roquefort as some of the best cheeses to go for. What is it about Pecorino Romano though? Pecorino Romano has a unique kind of fat called C15:0. As a matter of fact, a study published this summer in 2024 identified C15:0 as the first clinical deficiency in the world in the last 75 years. It’s showing to be protective against insulin resistance because it provides stability to the cell membrane, preventing the oxidative stress that triggers an inflammatory cascade. And I hope you know by now, but if you don’t… Inflammation is bad news. And C15:0 might just be the secret sauce to fight it. When you look at the rates of insulin resistance and longevity in the Sardinian people, they are not deficient in C15:0, whereas much of the western world is. This is a big problem for those living in the western hemisphere. 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When you start looking at Blue Zones across the board, you’ll notice they have not only diverse microbiomes, but very individualized microbiomes unique to the specific person. And when your diet is rich in prebiotic fiber from something like chickpeas, you’re allowing your own unique microbiome to flourish. Feed the stallion, starve the pony. You're growing what is good for you. Mastic Oil This is almost exclusively unique to Sardinia. Mastic oil has long been associated with longevity in the Sardinian people. They really believe it’s one of the most powerful oils out there. When you look at the literature, it’s an extremely anti-inflammatory antioxidant. And considering it has monounsaturated fat properties to it, it's amazing for HDL and LDL cholesterol. So small amounts of mastic oil, whether for cooking or for drizzling, are definitely contributing to the health of Sardinians. Cannonau Wine Okay, I’ve got mixed feelings on this one… This is one of, if not the most antioxidant-rich beverage in the world. Of course it has alcohol in it, but I think the Sardinian people can afford it given their healthy lifestyle. This particular wine is interesting though, because the grapes are grown at a higher altitude. This is the reason most people speculate it has such a higher antioxidant profile. So yes, they're drinking wine, but the fact that it’s 3x more antioxidant-rich than any other beverage you could find… Makes this one a pass for me, even though it contains alcohol. Sourdough Bread You’re probably thinking, "A refined starch? Really?" I view sourdough bread from Sardinia quite differently… Sardinia uses a soft white flour compared to the hard gliadin-rich wheat that we use in the United States. Soft white wheat is easier to digest. And when you ferment it, it changes the structure of the sourdough. This makes it so you don't have as much of a glycemic effect. Suddenly, this "Sardinian Sourdough Bread" could easily be considered a health food. Milk Thistle Tea If you've been around the block in the health space, you’ll know that milk thistle is supposed to be really good for the liver. It's actually a stressor that ends up helping the liver out. Milk thistle grows in Sardinia and they make tea out of it, so it makes perfect sense that it’s contributing to their healthy lifestyle. I don't have any data to see their liver health, but I would be shocked if they don’t have stellar numbers compared to the rest of the world. Sardinia’s Real Secret… Why They’re So Healthy The biggest reason Sardinians are so healthy is their lifestyle. I want you to remember that they’re happy people. They're in the sun daily. They walk a LOT. They prioritize family time and relationships. All that being said though, if you felt like garbage from all the horrible food you eat, would you really want to be getting outside and active? Probably not as much… So obviously food plays a huge role here. In the case of Sardinia, the people feel good from their diet and subsequently want to embrace their energetic lifestyle and relationships. Not just that, they’re spiritually in tune. They have a purpose for themselves and their family. And I think that's something we could all take away. But remember, it starts with what you’re putting in your body. We’ll talk more soon. - Thomas P.S Don’t forget to check out Fatty15 - [This link will give you 15% off your first order!]( Sent to: {EMAIL} [Unsubscribe]( Thomas DeLauer, PO Box 1120, Stateline, NV 89449, United States