It's that time of year when our thoughts turn to balmy Mediterranean living: delicious dishes dripping with grassy olive oil, platters piled high with vegetables and fruits, long, lazy lunches followed by evening walks in dappled sunlight.
And it's no secret that this simple way of life is decidedly good for us: both physically and mentally, the Mediterranean lifestyle is consistently touted as the gold standard for healthy ageing and longevity. In fact, two of the world's five 'Blue Zones' are located in this region: Sardinia and Ikaria in Greece.
