The doctor revealed the secret of longevity and a happy life

The secret of the 103-year-old patient's longevity is friendship and maintaining good, close relationships with people. This was reported on February 2 by The Mirror newspaper with reference to Tulsi Patel, an intensive care physician.

"I remembered my 103-year-old patient. <...> "What's your secret?" And do you know what she replied? The fact that she has friends," she wrote in the description under the video posted on social networks.

Although many factors affect life expectancy, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) recognizes that good relationships can help people live longer and happier lives. Experts say that having close and positive relationships gives people purpose and a sense of belonging.

At the same time, according to them, loneliness and isolation remain the main predictors of poor psychological and physical health. According to the publication, a number of studies have shown that the lack of good relationships and a prolonged feeling of loneliness are associated with increased mortality rates, poor physical health and decreased life satisfaction.

"Friends also play a big role in your overall health. Adults with strong social ties have a lower risk of many health problems. This includes depression, high blood pressure, and being overweight. In fact, studies have shown that older people who have close friends and healthy social support are more likely to live longer than their peers who have fewer friends," the Mayo Clinic experts emphasized.

However, many people often face loneliness. To avoid this, doctors recommend staying in touch with people around you, joining groups, doing things you love, sharing your feelings, making contacts with others and offering your help, as well as inviting friends and acquaintances to any activities to spend time together.

Other factors of a healthy lifestyle for a long life include a balanced diet, quality sleep, reduced stress levels, and abstinence from alcohol.

On January 25, Scientific American magazine revealed ways to prolong life. According to the publication, changes in sleep patterns and diet contribute to longevity.

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