Living Longer in Costa Rica

Looking for a great place to retire that offers enhanced longevity? Costa Rica may be the place for you. Costa Ricans are among the world’s leaders in life expectancy for both men and women. The overall life expectancy in Costa Rica is 79 plus years.

Already known as a country that has a high population of centenarians, Costa Rica offers a lifestyle that promotes healthy living which leads to longer life. One area of Costa Rica, the Nicoyan Peninsula on the Pacific Coast, is known as a blue zone, areas that combine factors that contribute to longer life. Men in this area live to 100 years of age four times more than men living in the United States.

What do these people do to live such long, healthy lives? Although genetics plays a role in longevity, adopting and living a healthy lifestyle is the key to longer life. The basics that researchers have found that seem to connect thosewho live longer are a plant based diet, consistent exercise, a strong commitment to family, and a sense of faith and purpose in life. Costa Ricans fit right into this lifestyle. They are known to be some of the happiest people in the world according to a recent study which is one reason for their longevity. Other contributing factors include their affordable health care system, healthy diet, and stress free lifestyle. There is something uplifting about living in the beautiful country of Costa Rica and foreigners who move there say they never felt better after relocating and feel revitalized. The best news for retirees who move to Costa Rica is that the “golden years” may last longer, with a greater quality of life!