🎂 Ever wondered what the secret to living a century might be? New research has just given us an intriguing clue! Studies from experts like Karin Modig, an Associate Professor in Epidemiology, suggest that some lucky folks who hit the big 100 have an extraordinary knack for dodging diseases.
🔍 By examining the lives of long-livers in Sweden and beyond, researchers found centenarians not only face fewer diseases as they age but develop them at a much slower pace. They’re particularly good at avoiding major killers like cardiovascular disease and tend to stay healthier longer than those who don’t reach 100.
📈 One study showed that by age 85, only 4% of future centenarians had suffered a stroke, compared to around 10% of those who lived to their late 90s. And when it comes to heart attacks at age 100, only 12.5% crowned centenarians had experienced one, versus over 24% of their younger-passing peers.
🧬 Amazingly, even after expanding the study to 40 different medical conditions, centenarians proved their mettle by developing fewer illnesses and managing them better, often dealing with issues limited to a single organ system—which are easier to treat.
🧠 Plus, these resilient folks show a toughness against neuropsychiatric woes like depression and dementia, typically not experiencing several health issues until much later in life compared to others.
💪 So, what does this mean for the rest of us? It shows living past 100 doesn’t have to mean an inevitable increase in suffering. Instead, it highlights a pattern of ageing that’s slower and more disease-resistant. The big question left is: is it all in the genes, a result of lifestyle choices or something else entirely? Research is ongoing to uncover these age-defying secrets! Curious? Drop your thoughts below! 🌿🎈
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