"The picturesque region stands out as a potential Blue Zone, due to factors including an 'extraordinary' life expectancy, scientists say. 'Ostrobothnia might be deemed a potential longevous Blue Zone,' say the team of researchers, led by Sarah Åkerman, social policy researcher at Åbo Akademi University in Finland. 'However, future rigorous demographic research is needed in order to validate exceptional longevity in this region.'"
"The already recognised Blue Zones are Ogliastra in Sardinia, Italy, Ikaria in Greece, Okinawa in Japan, Nicoya in Costa Rica and Loma Linda, California. 'Common lifestyle traits in the Blue Zones include, amongst others, natural movement in everyday life, purpose in life, eating wisely and avoiding stress,' say the authors. 'Moreover, Blue Zones are characterised by a positive attitude towards older adults with frequent interactions between the older inhabitants and the rest of the community.'"
Ostrobothnia in western Finland stands out as a potential Blue Zone because of an extraordinary life expectancy and lifestyle characteristics linked to longevity. Five areas are currently recognised Blue Zones: Ogliastra, Ikaria, Okinawa, Nicoya and Loma Linda. Common traits associated with Blue Zones include natural everyday movement, a sense of purpose, balanced eating, stress avoidance, positive attitudes toward older adults, and frequent community interactions with elders. Local survey data assessed three Finnish regions: bilingual Ostrobothnia, Finnish-speaking South Ostrobothnia, and Swedish-speaking Åland. Future rigorous demographic research is needed to validate exceptional longevity in Ostrobothnia.
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