Reframe how you think about aging<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nResearch shows that positive perceptions of aging can extend life by up to 7.5 years. \u201cIt\u2019s not just about living longer \u2014 it\u2019s about living better,\u201d says Dr. Leipzig.<\/p>\n
Why SuperAgers and their children hold the key to healthy aging<\/p>\n
\u201cThey are just as important as the SuperAgers because we need to draw comparisons in the frequency of the genes,\u201d said Dr. Sofiya Milman, Director of Human Longevity Studies at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.The goal? To discover which genes are responsible for helping people live long, healthy, and disease-free lives. Past research suggests that certain genes may play a key role in exceptional longevity \u2014 including those that influence HDL cholesterol and growth hormone regulation. Dr. Milman and her team have found that genetics often outweigh lifestyle factors when it comes to reaching the age of 95 and beyond. \u201cWe found that [SuperAgers] didn\u2019t differ in smoking, alcohol use, diet, or exercise compared to their peers \u2014 and yet, they lived significantly longer,\u201d Milman explained.<\/p>\n
How healthy habits can delay age-related diseases<\/p>\n
Even if you didn\u2019t win the genetic lottery, lifestyle choices remain critically important. While only 0.1% of Americans live to age 95 or older, the rest of the population can still dramatically reduce the risk of age-related diseases by adopting healthy habits. \u201cIt\u2019s unlikely that a healthy lifestyle alone will get you to 95,\u201d said Milman, \u201cbut it can delay the onset of illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.\u201dAccording to Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, geriatrician and author of Honest Aging, genetics account for about 20\u201340% of longevity, while the remaining 60\u201380% is shaped by your environment and life experiences \u2014 including your childhood nutrition, education, access to healthcare, and even the neighborhood you grew up in. She also highlights the concept of \u201cweathering\u201d \u2014 the idea that chronic stress from systemic disadvantage, particularly among African American women, can impact long-term health outcomes.Also Read | Waking up with a headache? It could be a silent sign of high BP, experts warn<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"At 95 years old, Sally Froelich embodies a lifetime of stories, achievements, and wisdom. Her journey began in…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":255680,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[98259,26562,98263,105,6520,98261,98264,98262,98260,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-255679","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-health","8":"tag-95-year-old-woman","9":"tag-aging-gracefully","10":"tag-benefits-of-mindful-eating","11":"tag-health","12":"tag-healthy-aging","13":"tag-lifestyle-habits-for-longevity","14":"tag-long-and-healthy-life","15":"tag-secrets-to-a-long-life","16":"tag-superagers-study","17":"tag-uk","18":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114833597889989826","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/255679","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=255679"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/255679\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/255680"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=255679"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=255679"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=255679"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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At 95 years old, Sally Froelich embodies a lifetime of stories, achievements, and wisdom. Her journey began in 1950 when she started working at Macy\u2019s Department Store in New York City. Her charisma and ability to connect with people eventually led her to Bloomingdale\u2019s, where she was hired to interview patrons during breakfast events; a unique role that catapulted her into the media spotlight. Her warm interactions and natural curiosity became the foundation for \u201cThe Sally Froelich Show,\u201d a talk show that aired for over 20 years, engaging audiences with candid conversations and relatable topics.\u201cThe guests would talk to me, and the audience would ask questions. It was a lot of fun,\u201d as reported by Healthline.<\/p>\n![\"95](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/95-year-old-woman-shares-9-secrets-to-a-long-healthy-life.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
Although she may have longevity genes on her side, Froelich also practices many of the healthy lifestyle habits recommended by experts:\u201cI eat three meals a day. I don\u2019t overeat,\u201d she says. A balanced diet helps maintain energy, weight, and immune function.She never smoked and drinks only in moderation. Research shows smokers are three times more likely to die prematurely of cardiovascular diseases.Froelich proudly notes that her weight hasn\u2019t changed in 50 years, even though her body shape has. This stability helps reduce strain on joints and organs.A lifelong sports enthusiast, she continues to golf 2\u20133 times a week and exercises six days a week \u2014 including stretching, sit-ups, and weight training.Froelich keeps her mind sharp with bridge, audiobooks, and TV. Mental stimulation supports cognitive health and memory as we age.She dines out weekly, sees her children regularly, and checks in with her grandchildren via Zoom. Social interaction is linked to lower rates of depression and dementia. \u201cIf I\u2019ve been hanging around the house a lot, I just go out and walk around the block,\u201d she adds.Her advice? \u201cDo what you want to do and things that make you happy. Eat ice cream and delicious chocolate.\u201d\u201cKeep your hair done, your nails done\u2026 and have someone tell you if anything looks off,\u201d she says. Looking after your appearance can boost mood and confidence.<\/p>\n