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Centenarian

Centenarians are people who live to 100 years of age or more. This group of people is the fastest growing demographic in the developed world. In the United States, the centenarian population is doubling every decade.

Centenarians are the Fastest Growing Demographic

Centenarians are people who live to 100 years of age or more.

This group of people happens to be the fastest growing demographic in the developed world.  In the United States, for example, the centenarian population is doubling every decade.

Scientists are actively studying this segment of the population with the hope of gaining insights into what drives longevity.

Longevity Genes

It was recently reported that a group of scientists at Boston University have defined a group of genetic variations that allow for predictions of human longevity.

Underactive Thyroid and Low Metabolism Linked to Longevity

A recent study of a population with high levels of longevity indicates that a common feature of the group is a slightly underactive thyroid.

An underactive thyroid is a condition that, until recently, seemingly required medical attention.  The study seems to indicate otherwise:

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