Two hundred years ago, the average human lifespan was a mere 37 years. Today, that number has more than doubled in developed nations to 79 years. Almost half a million people live past 100, and while immortality may not be in our future, science shows many ways to add a few extra years to our lives. Some of these methods are rather unexpected, but they can significantly influence how long and well we live.
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