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Centenarian offspring show lower risks of heart disease and hypertension
A study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that the health benefits of living to 100 may be hereditary. Researchers from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine analyzed data from over 4,000 individuals across three long-term studies in the United States and the United Kingdom.
The research compared the offspring of centenarians to those whose parents died by age 85. The findings indicate that children of centenarians have a 33% lower risk of cardiovascular disease, a 32% lower risk of hypertension, and a 42% lower risk of death from natural causes. Additionally, the onset of hypertension was delayed by approximately five years, and mortality occurred about three years later on average compared to the control group.
These biological advantages persisted even after accounting for lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, smoking, and socioeconomic status, suggesting that genetics play a significant role. However, the study found no significant difference in the risk of cancer or stroke. Scientists hope these findings will help identify specific hereditary traits to develop treatments that mimic natural longevity mechanisms.
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Albert Einstein College of Medicine · Eric Reed · JAMA Network Open · Sofiya Milman · UK Biobank
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The research findings were published in the journal JAMA Network Open. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.metropoles.com · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Children of centenarians have a 33% lower chance of developing heart disease. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.metropoles.com · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Children of centenarians have a 32% lower risk of hypertension. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.metropoles.com · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The study found no clear protection against cancer or stroke in the children of centenarians. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Descendants of centenarians have a 42% lower chance of dying from natural causes at any stage of life. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.metropoles.com · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The study was conducted by researchers from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The study analyzed data from 2,319 children of centenarians compared to 2,703 people whose parents died at age 85 or younger. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.metropoles.com · oglobo.globo.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The biological advantages remained even after accounting for lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol consumption, education, and socioeconomic status. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.metropoles.com