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According to the Adventist Health Study, some Seventh-Day Adventists in California live up to 10 years longer than the general population. This has led many to wonder: how long does the average Seventh-Day Adventist live, and what are the secrets behind their extended lifespans?
According to the National Geographic-identified 'Blue Zones,' residents of Loma Linda, California, live nearly a decade longer on average than other Americans. The secret to this longevity lies not in genetics, but in a specific set of lifestyle and community factors. The focus is on answering the question: Why do people in Loma Linda, CA live longer?
Studies show that up to 80% of how we age is related to lifestyle and environmental factors, not just genetics. If you're wondering, 'Why am I getting older so fast?', the answer may lie in your daily habits.
According to Mayo Clinic research, a poor diet and lack of exercise accelerate the onset of cellular senescence and age-related conditions. The aging process accelerated by a sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy diet is often referred to as 'lifestyle-induced accelerated aging' or 'secondary aging,' though specific scientific terms like 'inflammaging' and 'frailty' describe key aspects of this decline.
