The longest-living people on earth make a compelling case for drinking in moderation.

Here’s how they drink alcohol in the Blue Zones.

Alas, they arent really out there drinking spicy margaritas.

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In the Blue Zone of Sardinia, Italy, they enjoy a red wine calledcannonau.

Its gotdouble to triple the amount of flavenoids, a key in of antioxidant, compared to other wines.

Their bevvy of choice isawamori, a rice-based, distilled liquor.

Photography of a apple juice in glasses and apples in a wicker basket on wooden table

Blue Zones expert and author ofThe Blue Zones Secrets for Longer Living

Awamori has been part of their culture for over 600 years, and oftentimes its enjoyed mixed with water.

As we were harshly reminded last year,social connectedness is crucial to good health.

So now that pandemic restrictions are looser, embrace the benefits by raising a glass with your favorite people.

red pigment in a wooden spoon

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Cropped shot of young woman shopping in the dairy section of a supermarket. She is reading the nutrition label on a container of fresh organic healthy natural yoghurt

A hand is stirring a sourdough starter in a glass jar, on a kitchen countertop. The light casts a warm glow, highlighting the ingredients inside the jar.

Two cups with coffee and green tea on a beige background.