life expectancy.According to a 2003 study published in Life Sciences, researchers found a negative correlation between height and longevity.
Their conclusions came from data on millions of deaths over 30 years. They found that people of a smaller size had lower mortality rates and fewer diet-related chronic diseases, especially after middle age.
In addition, they appeared to have longer lifespans, with women outliving men in most cases.Researchers believe that since short people need fewer calories to function, they have more significant longevity potential.
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