Yup. I've spent years trying to convince myself that I have my
long-lived maternal ancestors' longevity genes and not those of my
father's family.
The extra 10% is nice, but a more important comparative issue is the
quality of whatever years one has. A socialized system removes a few
of the anxieties that otherwise plague us (as in U.S.). And it's far
easier to make adventurous decisions if medical coverage isn't an issue.
Mark
At 05:40 PM 3/1/2009, you wrote:
>>Genetics is, of course, the throw of the dice.
>>
>>Mark
>
>Unfortunately, Mark, the best bet to living to a Ripe Old Age is to
>having long-lived grandpups.
>
>You can add possibly 10% by spending 90% on health, but it simply
>extends the inevitable.
>
> SBT.
>
> (Villon had a thing to say on that.)
>
>Robin
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