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Scientists from New Zealand to South Korea reports on tangible benefits of a young mindset.
In an ongoing longitudinal Dunedin study, 38-year-olds are followed every 4 years.
Researchers measure biological ages, found differences of up to 20 years among the group.
"Lifespan has been increasing, but no corresponding increase in healthspan."
To slow biological age exercise and good dietary habits are advised.
Majority of people over 50 do not get recommended exercise of 150 minutes/week.
Those who felt younger had thicker brain matter and less age-related deterioration.
Your perceptions of how you age actually influences your physical and cognitive ageing.
"Mental attitude is extremely important in maintaining health."
“It’s very important to keep up contact with friends and family and to socialise with people."
Social connectedness and engagement have an impact on cognitive ageing, cognitive health.
Not social isolation but loneliness that is most important in terms of poor health.
