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4 benefits a trip to Hawaii can have on your health

Visiting the Aloha State can help your body, mind and spirit.


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Get a dose of vitamin sea
Learn from the aloha spirit
Feast on a tropical bounty
Explore the volcanic landscape

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You already know Hawaii for its pristine beaches, floral lei and tropical tiki drinks, but did you know a trip to Hawaii might improve your health? Hawaii has consistently ranked as one of the healthiest states in the country. At 82.5 years, it also has the longest life expectancy, compared to 78.6 years nationally. So, what is it about the Aloha State that leads to healthy, long-lived residents? Nobody can say for sure, although America’s Health Rankings notes the state’s low obesity rates, high physical activity, low levels of air pollution and low prevalence of frequent mental distress in its assessment. If you can’t actually live in Hawaii, try these tips on your next Hawaiian getaway to maximize fun while giving you a possible health boost.

Written by Julie Zack.
Medically reviewed by Joanne Perron, MD, MPH.March, 2024
Updated onAugust, 2026
Written by Julie Zack.
Medically reviewed by Joanne Perron, MD, MPH.March, 2024
Updated onAugust, 2026
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