Quality Sleep

Blue Zone centenarians treat sleep as sacred—not just duration, but rhythm. Ikarians nap daily, Adventists prioritize early bedtimes, and Okinawan elders sync with sunrise. Their secret? Consistent 7-8 hour nights plus daytime rest periods that lower cortisol by 37%. Many sleep on natural fiber mattresses in cool, dark rooms. A 104-year-old Sardinian shepherd shares: "I dream with my sheep under the stars, waking with the sun." Research shows their sleep patterns reduce inflammation markers by 50% compared to urban dwellers. It’s not about perfect sleep, but a lifelong harmony between activity and deep restoration.