Have you got a dog? Obviously, you know they’re good for you. But, it turns out that dogs and other pets, other than putting a smile on your face, could actually be good for your gut health.

On Quick News I look at the beneficial relationship between us and our best friends.

And, what about living to a ripe old age? Did you know, there are 5 places in the world where people regularly live past one hundred years old?

On the Real Deal I’ll investigate Blue Zones where people there don’t rely on expensive supplements or extreme fitness routines to become centenarians. But, are these Blue Zones the secret to living longer… or is it simply a load of old codswallop?

And on Far Out Stuff, the Smurf Supplement – Methylene Blue. Touted by wellness influencers as the next great brain enhancer, but is it as safe as it seems?

In the latest episode of This Upbeat Life, I explore the mystery, the science, and what we can actually learn from having dogs, I’ll be looking at remarkable Blue Zone communities and a blue drug that is used to disinfect fish tanks but somehow may improve your brain

Curious? Press play to find out more.

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Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay