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Why Women Live Longer - Coleen T. Murphy | Maiden Mother Matriarch 79

Maiden Mother Matriarch with Louise Perry

CHAPTER

Unveiling the Longevity Secrets of Women

The chapter explores the genetic advantages of women aging, potentially due to less silencing of the other X chromosome. It discusses the molecular mechanisms behind extreme longevity, focusing on specific longevity genes that enable individuals to live over 110 years. Additionally, the conversation delves into the grandmother hypothesis and its evolutionary implications for women's extended lifespan in caring for future generations.

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