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Do supercentarians get to their age because of incredibly good genetics? or because they take great care of themselves? or combination of both?
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Nature Nurture: is an age old research question but the opinion of many is that a combo of both create who we are. The science of "epigenetics" tells us that we are really not at the mercy of our genes and we need to consider what turns our genes on and off, e.g., lifestyle choices, diet, exercise, thoughts, etc. Peace and good health.
Answered 5/4/2016
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