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Refined Carbs Hinder Healthy Aging, Study Finds

6/5/2025

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A groundbreaking study involving nearly 50,000 women reveals that indulging in refined carbohydrates can diminish healthy aging by 13%. Conversely, embracing whole carbohydrates boosts the odds of thriving by 6% to 37%. Alarmingly, just 8% of participants managed to achieve healthy aging, characterized by the absence of chronic diseases and robust mental well-being.

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A groundbreaking study involving nearly 50,000 women reveals that indulging in refined carbohydrates can diminish healthy aging by 13%. Conversely, embracing whole carbohydrates boosts the odds of thriving by 6% to 37%. Alarmingly, just 8% of participants managed to achieve healthy aging, characterized by the absence of chronic diseases and robust mental well-being.