hobbies and social activities can help support emotional and mental well-being. Staying socially engaged may also make it easier to remain active and independent as the years pass.
The Takeaway
Reaching 60 without heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, cancer or chronic lung disease is certainly something worth celebrating.
But it shouldn’t be interpreted as a guarantee that someone will reach 100.
Instead, think of it as a possible sign that the body has maintained good cardiovascular, metabolic, respiratory and overall health into older age.
