Meat May Extend Life to 100—But Only for Undernourished Seniors
TL;DR
A large Chinese study of people 80+ finds meat intake linked to a higher chance of reaching 100, but the benefit is limited to those who are underweight; normal-weight seniors see no extra longevity advantage from meat, and dairy, eggs, or fish provide similar outcomes, highlighting the need for adequate calories and protein in late life, though the study remains observational.
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