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Study Reveals Key to Longevity: Women and Blood Biomarkers

6/13/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Karolinska Institutet examined 44,000 Swedes aged 64-99, revealing that 85% of the 1,224 centenarians were women. It highlighted the connection between midlife blood biomarkers, like cholesterol and uric acid, and exceptional longevity, aiming to transform our approach from merely treating diseases to fostering healthier aging.

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A groundbreaking study from Karolinska Institutet examined 44,000 Swedes aged 64-99, revealing that 85% of the 1,224 centenarians were women. It highlighted the connection between midlife blood biomarkers, like cholesterol and uric acid, and exceptional longevity, aiming to transform our approach from merely treating diseases to fostering healthier aging.