Longevity Isn't a Simple Formula

Here are several longevity experts on the internet advocating their regimes to live longer.

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Is longevity determined more by genetics or lifestyle? Dr. Richa Chaturvedi, senior consultant, endocrinology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, says: "Longevity is a fascinating mix of what we inherit from our parents and the choices we make every day. While our genes do set the stage—some people are simply born with a head start—most research agrees that how we live plays a bigger part in how long and how well we live. Things like what we eat, how active we are, how we handle stress, and whether we avoid harmful habits like smoking can make a huge difference, sometimes even outweighing family history. So, even if you don't come from a long line of centenarians, there's a lot you can do to stack the odds in your favor and enjoy a longer, healthier life."