Despite the glaring fact that obesity, unhealthy diets, and an overall lack of exercise pose quite a threat to our nation, we are making some pretty good health advances -- healthy eating is on the rise, smoking is on the decline, and medical progress is clearly evident.

Now, more than ever, it's actually possible to make it to the ripe old age of 100. I'm not sure if I personally want to reach this number but for those who do, here's one take on what you've got to do.

Go Mediterranean

A Mediterranean diet is the best for healthy aging and disease prevention.

Read the Paper

Keeping up with current events can extend your life.

Reproduce

Having kids, especially if you're a woman, can help you live longer.

Drink! Drink!

Certain beverages tend to lower the rates of death from cardiovascular disease and other causes.

Slim Down

Obese 100-year-olds just don't exist.

Get Married

Married people live longer than singles.

Have Faith

You can expect to live longer if you have some kind of regular religious practice or belief.

Head to the Country

Avoid the city and long you will live.