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Genetic, Social, and Lifestyle Drivers of Healthy Aging and Longevity.

Patricia Alejandra CastruitaStefanie Danielle Piña-EscuderoMiguel E RenteríaJennifer S Yokoyama
Published in: Current genetic medicine reports (2022)
Individual variations in lifespan and healthspan are influenced by genetic factors, with a heritability of ~ 25% in developed countries. Non-genetic risk variance is explained in part by social, cultural, and lifestyle conditions. Altogether, these factors contribute to a multifaceted state of wellness over time, shaping individual risk to frailty and resilience during the aging process. Notably, "Blue Zone" populations, which are characterized by an abundance in healthy lifestyles across generations, share some commonalities regarding determinants of health.
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