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Supercentenarian

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health-and-science5 months ago•4 min saved

Genetic Insights from the World's Oldest Person Reveal Longevity Secrets

A study of Maria Branyas Morera, the world's oldest person at 117, reveals that her longevity was due to a combination of favorable genetics and a healthy lifestyle, including a Mediterranean diet and regular walking. The research identified specific genes linked to immune function, fat metabolism, and brain health, offering insights into the biological mechanisms of aging and potential avenues for developing anti-aging therapies.

via CNN|

#aging #genetics #health-and-science

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Secrets of Longevity Unveiled by the World's Oldest People

A comprehensive study of 117-year-old supercentenarian Maria Branyas Morera revealed biological factors that protected her from common age-related diseases, such as short telomeres and beneficial gene variants, suggesting potential pathways for promoting healthy aging in others.

via The Guardian|

#aging #biology #health

health-and-longevity8 months ago•3 min saved

Woman Celebrates 114th Birthday, Credits Potatoes and a Smile for Longevity

A Michigan woman, Bonita Gibson, celebrated her 114th birthday, attributing her long life to eating potatoes, staying positive, and healthy habits, having survived multiple historical events and COVID-19, and living a life filled with family, travel, and joy.

via USA Today|

#114th-birthday #health-and-longevity #long-life

human-interest2 years ago•2 min saved

"Texas Woman Celebrates 114th Birthday Surrounded by 5 Generations of Family"

Elizabeth Francis, a Texas woman, celebrated her 114th birthday surrounded by five generations of loved ones. She holds several titles, including being the oldest person in Texas, the second-oldest in the United States, and the seventh-oldest in the world. Despite her age, Francis rejects the idea of being old and credits her longevity to not drinking or smoking, eating everything, growing her own vegetables, and cooking homemade meals. Genetics also seem to play a role, as her sister lived to be 106 and her daughter and granddaughter are 94 and 68 years old, respectively.

via New York Post |

#family #human-interest #longevity