Feeling young at heart may help you live longer
Feeling younger psychologically might lead to better health. When people feel younger psychologically, they’re more likely to pursue physical exercise, even if it’s challenging. If people feel young, they may have more of a futuristic orientation that leads them to eat with future health in mind. People who report feeling older than they are may be suffering from depression, which, in turn, increases the risk of heart disease. They may also simply have an accurate assessment of their state of health.
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