8 healthy habits may slow biological aging by 6 years, study finds
Share on PinterestGood heart health can slow biological aging by up to six years, a study suggests. Westend61/Getty Images
A new study shows having good cardiovascular health may decrease the pace of biological aging.
Using Life’s Essential 8 (diet, physical activity, nicotine exposure, sleep health, BMI, cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure) to measure biological age, researchers discovered those who had the highest score had a biological age that was on average six years younger than their actual age.
Aiming to maintain a high Essential 8 score may not only lower your biological age but will boost your overall health.…Continue Reading