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Do Farmers Age Faster? The Surprising Truth About Agricultural Work and Longevity

According to a 2017 study from Waseda University in Japan, self-employed farmers showed longer average lifespans compared to non-farmers, challenging the notion that their profession causes accelerated aging. However, the question, **do farmers age faster?**, is more complex than simple longevity data suggests, as extensive exposure to environmental and occupational hazards can contribute to the development of age-related health conditions earlier in life.