The Okinawa diet is linked to longer life and lower risk of age-related diseases. Its nutrient-rich, plant-based foods support heart, bone, gut, and brain health. Low-calorie, high-fiber eating habits ...

Okinawa is one of the largest islands in Japan. (Fun fact: Its nickname is Churashima, which means beautiful islands.) It's also well-known as being one of the Blue Zones—a name for areas of the world ...

Yumi Matsumoto lived in Okinawa for 30 years before moving to America last year. She said while Okinawans do emphasize health and community, things are changing with the younger generation. Matsumoto ...

Blue Zones are regions of the world where people regularly live longer than average. Okinawa, Japan is a Blue Zone and home to the longest-lived women in the world. People form tight-knit friendship ...

Award-winning food journalist La Carmina on her favorite Okinawan cuisine, from Ryukyu court cooking to shikuwasa citrus.