By Hugo Francisco de Souza Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc. Aug 12 2025 In Western Finland, the longest-lived region thrives without following classic Blue Zone habits, while another community shows promising lifestyle patterns, challenging the idea that there’s only one path to a long and healthy life. Study: Searching for a Potential Blue Zone in the Nordics: A Study on Differences in Lifestyle and Health in Regions Varying in Longevity in Western Finland . Image Credit: Trygve Finkelsen /