Culture as cardio: arts engagement linked to slower biological aging
A University College London study of more than 3,500 people used seven aging clocks to measure biological age and found that frequency and variety of arts and cultural activities—such as gallery visits and other cultural engagement—are linked to slower aging, with effects comparable to physical activity; strongest in those 40 and older. While the study shows association, not causation, researchers say integrating the arts into public health could improve health outcomes alongside exercise.
