Twin Study offers Some Tips on Aging
In this study, divorce and antidepressant use associated with a significantly older appearance. Interestingly in twins who were less than 40 years old, the heavier twin was perceived as being older, while in those groups over 40 years old, the heavier twin appeared younger.
Watch the video clip (after the ad) from the LA Station about this new study, factors such as smoking, sun exposure, stress and dieting play a role in the aging process.
Factors affecting Aging:
Divorce
Stress
Sun Exposure
Smoking
Alcohol use
Weight Gain – varies depending on the age
You can watch another report from ABC news at their website.
Resources
Salamone G. October 2009. Study of identical twins reveals how habits like smoking and tanning can dramatically age skin. NY Daily News.
Cloud J. February 2009….
Original post by Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50
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