The piano keys are genetic, you are the pianist! The secret to long life is epigenetics
Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Halil Ertürk gave the example of Jeanne Louise Calment, who died at the age of 122, the longest-living person in the world according to Guinness World Records. "This person smoked until he was 117. He was also quite fond of alcohol and chocolate. Some people may have extraordinary genetic profiles," said Specialist Dr. Halil Ertürk, noting that when long-lived families are examined, genetic profiles that protect against aging, a healthy metabolism, and a low risk of disease stand out. "These traits suggest that long and healthy lifespans can be genetically transmitted within families. Members of long-lived families have a healthier metabolic profile, with lower blood sugar, insulin, and triglyceride levels. These traits contribute to a delay in aging-related diseases and a longer healthy lifespan. These families have a lower incidence of age-related diseases such as Alzheimer's, diabetes, and heart failure. They are also observed to be both more resistant to diseases like cancer and more resilient afterward. Certain genes, some largely confirmed and some partially confirmed, that contribute to extended healthy lifespans are prominent in these families," he said.
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