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The Secrets to Living Longer than 90: Coffee, Alcohol, and Activity (plus a little Extra Weight won't Hurt)

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What is the secret to a robust and long life? Think food, drink, genetics and lifestyle. With food and drink, it’s all about moderation. In a study of 1,600 people older than 90, researchers found people who drank moderate amounts of alcohol or caffeinated drinks lived longer than those who abstained. With both, the amount […]