You gave birth later in life
We bet you didn’t know about this longevity secret. Suppose you got pregnant naturally after age 44.
In that case, you’re about 15% less likely to pass away during any year after the age of 50 than your friends who had their kids before age 40, reports a recent University of Utah study. And suppose your ovaries are healthy, and you can have children at that age.
Then, in that case, that’s a strong indicator that you have genes operating that will help you live longer, says the lead researcher of human development at the university.
Naps are a constant for you
Naps are the kind of thing most of us wish that we had enough time to do more of. But as it turns out, it could have significant health benefits that make finding the time worth it.
Researchers at Harvard studied residents on the small Greek island of Ikaria because it has a relatively high population of people living up to 100 years old. They found that an afternoon nap that’s part of their culture is likely the longevity secret to their lifestyles.
They also found that people who took a 30-minute nap during the day are 37% less likely to pass away from heart disease than those who don’t.
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Inspirational. Good Reminders.
So far so good for me. Most of my friends didn’t make it pass 50. My family have life span of 93-106. lived at their homes . Until THEY ask to go to a home to make friends I thought that was so funny. My 100 year old grandfather had girlfriends. I said OMG! LOL! Stranger yet he like weed and wine I could not stop laughing at him. He was so cool!
You should add what I call “the happiness quotient” to the list. First of all, recognize that happiness is an inside job. This quotient should be maintained at as high a level as possible. An orchid blooming at the window, always keeping a book going, a junket with a friend every now and then for lunch, visiting (and donating to) thrift stores. Maybe you should get a small dog, or a cat!