The Secret to Longevity?
If you want to live to be a centenarian, it may take more than just good diet and exercise.
In a recent study, those who had passed the 100 milestone said their faith and spirituality had helped them live longer.
23 percent of those surveyed credited faith rather than genetics or good medical care.
Other positive factors, according to these long livers, were hard work and 'living a good clean life'.
Do you have a cranky old Uncle Charles or a grumpy Aunt Gertrude?
Well research has found that older people who have above average intelligence tend to be disagreeable.
Having said that, the study's authors admit that superior intelligence doesn't always go hand-in-hand with surliness.
They have found that smart young people tend to be more open to new situations rather than being disagreeable.
It appears that as we age, being open to experience is no longer as important.
