At age 33, Tiffany Grant decided to leave North Carolina and start over in Negril, Jamaica. “I feel like I have a better chance of longevity here,” she shared on CNBC Make It. What has unfolded since his move is a story of healing, happiness and a completely different way of living.

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Before moving, Grant faced the all-too-common difficulties of life in the United States. According to the CDC, nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, often fueled by processed foods, sedentary habits and chronic stress. Grant was no exception.

Jamaica, with its emphasis on fresh, whole foods and active living, changed all that for her. She now eats local fruits and vegetables and freshly caught fish, avoiding the ultra-processed foods that make up about 60 percent of the average American’s diet. “The food here is fantastic, especially the produce,” she said, noting how affordable it is, too.

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Walking has also become second nature. Most of his travels in North Carolina were by car, but in Jamaica, walking is a way of life. Whether it’s climbing the hills of Negril or strolling to the market, Grant stays effortlessly active.

“I’ve been walking a lot more since I got here and I walk to the store most of the time,” she said. Experts confirm: Just 20 to 30 minutes of walking a day can reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 30%, according to Harvard Health.

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The financial difference also changed the situation. In the United States, his monthly expenses were around $3,000. In Negril, she lives comfortably for almost $1,900. The rent, in particular, is significantly cheaper.

While an average one-bedroom unit in the United States costs $1,713, as cited by Unbiased, a similar unit in Jamaica costs around $648 in the city center and $340 outside the city center, according to Numbeo .

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But what stands out for her is the sense of community. Although she had lived there for years, she barely knew her North Carolina neighbors. In Jamaica, she is surrounded by warmth and connection.

Neighbors get together to play dominoes or cook outdoors and there is always someone to laugh with. “It’s completely different here,” she said. Studies show that strong social connections can increase life expectancy by up to 50%, and Grant feels this change deeply.

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