Can a community be designed to live longer? (Level 1)

Have you heard of Blue Zones? These are special places where many people live to be 100 years old or more. Some Blue Zones are in Japan, Italy, Costa Rica, and California. A man named Dan Buettner helped make these places famous. He found that people there share healthy habits. They move naturally, eat more plants, and have good friends. They also take time to relax. In the United States, towns can now become Blue Zones. They follow a plan to help people live better. For example, in Redondo Beach, California, the town added walking paths and bike lanes. Restaurants put less salt on tables and offer fruit instead of fries. Some people say it is hard to know if these changes really help. But many older adults enjoy the new walking groups. They make friends and feel less alone. That might be the most important part.