National Geographic Magazine about two years ago traveled the world and looked at several communities and their secrets for longevity. You can watch a video clip from their travels here. Here are a few interesting things they learned about successful aging:From Sardinia in Italy, where men reach 100 at a rate more than twice as high as the average for Italy, they took these tips:- Drink red wine (in moderation)- Share the work burden with spouse- Eat pecorino cheese (and other omega-3 foods)From Seventh-day Adventists in California who live four to 10 years longer than the state’s average, they took away these tips for longevity:- Eat nuts and beans- Observe the Sabbath- Have faithIn Japan, Okinawans' average life expectancy of 82 years is among the longest in the world. Tips from Japan:- Keep lifelong friends- Eat small portions- Find purposeThings they learned that were common to all three communities were:- Don’t smoke- Put family first- Be active every day- Keep socially engaged- Eat fruits, vegetables and whole grainsAging … it is all about living. Have a great Labor Day Weekend. See you next week.