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The beauty of Hara Hachi Bun Me is in its simplicity—but the brilliance of 80Bites is that it actually teaches how to embody it. This isn’t just ancient wisdom—it’s practical, measurable, and empowering. You feel the difference when the app cues you at bite 26. It’s like finally finding your internal GPS after years of driving blind. No guesswork. No gimmicks. Just recalibration—of appetite, hormones, and self-trust. Honestly, calling it the “natural Ozempic” isn’t an exaggeration—it’s a revolution.

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I did a 'Hara Hachi Bun Me adipose tissue arachidonic acid' web search. The AI Overview (that's artificial intelligence, not A.1. Steak Sauce) that came up said, "Hara Hachi Bun Me, a Japanese concept meaning "eat until 80% full," is a mindful eating practice that promotes healthy eating habits and can contribute to weight management and improved digestion. While arachidonic acid (AA), a fatty acid found in adipose tissue, is not directly related to the practice of Hara Hachi Bun Me, studies have shown that AA can impact adipocyte metabolism and may be associated with metabolic syndrome and other health issues.

Here is why the Mediterranean diet consistently produces favorable results. "The Mediterranean diet is low in arachidonic acid and rich in healthy fats such as monounsaturated fats found in extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), nuts and omega-3 fatty acids from fish, which has been shown to lower the risk of inflammation, heart disease, cancer, diabetes and obesity, and other degenerative diseases." https://advancedmolecularlabs.com/blogs/news/new-red-meat-study-controversy

A 'Hara Hachi Bun Me longevity' web search brings up an AI Overview that says, "Hara Hachi Bun Me, meaning "stomach eight parts full" or "eat until you're 80% full," is a Japanese eating philosophy linked to the high longevity rates observed in Okinawa, Japan. This practice encourages mindful eating and portion control, potentially contributing to better digestion, reduced risk of chronic diseases, and overall health."

A 'blue zones myth Okinawa' web search AI Overview says, "The 'Blue Zones' concept, popularized by researcher Dan Buettner, suggests that certain areas of the world have exceptionally long-lived populations. While Okinawa, Japan, is one of the areas identified as a 'Blue Zone,' recent evidence and critiques challenge the idea of a universally consistent, easily replicable formula for longevity based on these locations."

Web search - Blue Zones animals: "Blue Zones regions, known for long and healthy lives, generally emphasize a plant-based diet with moderate amounts of animal protein, particularly fish, and prioritize locally sourced, fresh foods. They also incorporate free-range chicken and family-farmed pork or lamb. The focus is on whole foods and minimizing processed meats and saturated fats."

Web search - Domestic pet obesity. AI Overview: "Domestic pet obesity is a growing concern, with a significant portion of dogs and cats in the US classified as overweight or obese. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) found that 59% of dogs and 61% of cats are overweight or obese, indicating a widespread health issue. This excess weight can lead to various health problems and reduce their lifespan."

Clearly, something in the food supply has changed Worldwide. could this be the problem? "Poultry meats, in particular chicken, have high rates of consumption globally. Poultry is the most consumed type of meat in the United States (US), with chicken being the most common type of poultry consumed. The amounts of chicken and total poultry consumed in the US have more than tripled over the last six decades...Overviews of the scientific literature pertaining to associations between, and effects of consuming chicken/poultry on, body weight and body composition, cardiovascular disease (CVD), and type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are provided...Apparently, zero randomized controlled feeding trials have specifically assessed the effects of consuming processed chicken/poultry on these health outcomes." https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10459134/

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