The people who've popularized the world's " Blue Zones" — longevity hotspots where healthy aging is second nature — have developed a line of convenience foods inspired by Blue Zone diets. Their new meals are called Blue Zones Kitchen bowls — they're minimally processed, healthy dinners that can be ready in the microwave in about 3 minutes. "Most of the time these frozen meals, they have a sauce on and the sauce is like crack. The Blue Zones frozen meals may be a stepping stone for people who want to eat more healthfully, but maybe can't commit the time to chopping and simmering longevity-boosting herbs and veggies at home. AdvertisementThe new Blue Zones Kitchen meals offered us a hybrid sweet spot between the standard American way of life and Blue Zones idyllism.

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