People living past 100 in one tiny village share 3 daily habits

Researchers have identified Bolotana, a small village in Sardinia, as a possible new “blue zone” because it has an unusually high number of people living to 100. The findings matter because they may help researchers understand how local conditions and traditions relate to long life, although the study did not prove that any particular habit causes longevity.

In a 2024 snapshot, 10 of Bolotana’s 2,262 residents were at least 100, around 10 times the Sardinian average and 11 times the US average. Researchers highlighted social connection, community and a largely plant-based traditional diet, while suggesting that men’s greater participation in household life could ease stress for women. Bolotana’s women ranked second only to Hong Kong for life expectancy at 70 and survival to 100; the article text provided ends before fully detailing the three habits.