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New blue zone found in Sardinian village with no gym

Source: Longevity Technology • Published: 08 Oct 2026, 11:54

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Longevity Technology.

Report identifies an unusually high centenarian concentration among residents of a small Sardinian mountain village and examines lifestyle and demographic patterns behind it.

New blue zone found in Sardinian village with no gym
Key Takeaways
  • Bolotana, Sardinia shows an unusually high centenarian rate after rigorous record verification confirmed ages reliably.
  • Women in Bolotana are far more likely than men to reach 100, suggesting sex-specific factors influence longevity there.
  • Daily routine physical activity from steep terrain and multigenerational lifestyles likely contributes to observed longevity patterns.
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