We like to think that our longevity is carved into our DNA, like some kind of cosmic lottery ticket. But here’s the kicker: science says otherwise. Genetics might nudge the scale, but your daily choices—those boring little habits you repeat or ignore—are doing most of the heavy lifting. That means your spoon, your sneakers, and even your sense of humor could matter more than Grandma’s birthday candles. If you want to live longer, it’s not about waiting on better genes. It’s about getting smarter with the ones you’ve got.
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