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117-Year-Old's Secrets: Mediterranean Diet and Youthful Biology

9/28/2025

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Maria Branyas Morera died in August 2024 at age 117 years, 168 days.
Researchers studied her blood, saliva, and other samples to understand longevity.
They found her biological age was about 23 years younger than her chronological age, with no major diseases.
Her lifestyle included a Mediterranean diet, moderate exercise, no alcohol or smoking, and daily yogurt.

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Story summary

Maria Branyas Morera died in August 2024 at age 117 years, 168 days.
Researchers studied her blood, saliva, and other samples to understand longevity.
They found her biological age was about 23 years younger than her chronological age, with no major diseases.
Her lifestyle included a Mediterranean diet, moderate exercise, no alcohol or smoking, and daily yogurt.