Cultural visits slow biological aging by 4%, study finds
A study by University College London published in the journal Innovation in Aging found that regular attendance at museums, concerts, libraries, or exhibitions slows biological aging. Researchers observed that people with weekly cultural activity age about 4% slower than others. Even a few outings per year have a measurable effect.
Key facts
- Study by University College London published in Innovation in Aging
- Regular cultural attendance slows biological aging
- Weekly cultural activity linked to 4% slower aging
- Even occasional visits have measurable effect
- Cultural activities include museums, concerts, libraries, exhibitions
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Institutions
- University College London
- Innovation in Aging