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Average life expectancy in the United States has increased significantly since the country’s founding in 1776, from around 35-40 years to nearly 79 years today. Historians and medical experts attribute this improvement to advances in sanitation, clean water, nutrition, vaccination, and medical care. Reduced deaths in infancy and from infectious diseases have also contributed to lower mortality rates. Additionally, treatments for chronic diseases such as high blood pressure, cancer, and diabetes have significantly prolonged life. Experts note that the next frontier in longevity will focus on preventing chronic disease and promoting healthier lifestyles.
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The advice sounds familiar.
Guidelines for a longer life have been heard before.
Experts continue to emphasize the importance of clean water, sanitation, and nutrition in prolonging life.
The recommendation to eat a whole food, plant-based diet and avoid toxins like alcohol and cigarettes enters another phase.
One thing remains constant: the pursuit of a longer, healthier life.
As one expert noted, “We need to get off our screens, move around more, eat a whole food, plant-based diet, sleep seven hours a night, do our screening exams, and avoid toxins like alcohol and cigarettes.” A familiar refrain in the ongoing quest for longevity.
Author: Evan Null
