Earl grey? Why tea 'ages you'

EVER find yourself talking about the “good old days” — perhaps over a cup of tea? And doing a spot of gardening, maybe with the radio for company? Then we hate to break this to you, but the kids reckon you're old.

- By Charlie Bayliss

In fact, they believe you're officially past it when you hit the age of 49. Yes, 49.

And if thinking about this gives you a headache then it’s probably best not to tell them about it — because complaining of aches and pains is another sure sign youre getting on a bit, according to a poll of 1,000 children aged seven to 16.