2417: Want to Eat Better and Live Longer - Learn to Cook by Aislinn Kotifani & Naomi Imatome-Yun of Blue Zones

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2417: Aislinn Kotifani & Naomi Imatome-Yun emphasize the significant benefits of home cooking, linking it to healthier eating habits, stronger family ties, and even increased longevity. They encourage adopting simple yet effective strategies like meal planning, eating together, and gardening to make cooking at home more feasible and enjoyable. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.bluezones.com/2018/04/want-to-eat-better-and-live-longer-learn-to-cook/ Quotes to ponder: "When people cook most of their meals at home, they consume fewer carbohydrates, less sugar, and less fat than those who cook less or not at all – even if they are not trying to lose weight." "It has become clear that cooking is a healthy behavior. It deserves a place in life-long education, public health policy, urban planning, and household economics." "Centenarians in all five blue zones areas garden regularly. They have kitchen gardens full of herbs and fresh vegetables right at their fingertips." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices