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The meticulous analysis of those 12 common blood markers yielded truly startling insights, painting a clearer picture of the biochemical landscape shared by centenarians. According to lead researcher Karin Modig, the individuals who ultimately celebrated their 100th birthday consistently exhibited lower levels of glucose, creatinine, and uric acid, not just in old age, but remarkably, from their 60s onwards. This wasn’t a temporary fluctuation; it was a long-term trend, a subtle yet powerful indicator of their underlying metabolic resilience. For instance, the study found that it was incredibly rare for a centenarian to have had a glucose level above 6.5 earlier in life, or a creatinine level exceeding 125. This suggests that maintaining steady, lower ranges for these key markers over decades plays a pivotal role. The findings also revealed that lower levels of additional indicators like ASAT, GGT, ALP, TIBC (total iron binding capacity), and LD were strongly associated with a higher probability of achieving exceptional longevity. These markers, collectively, point towards a fundamental principle: a body that can effectively manage its glucose, maintain robust kidney and liver function, and keep inflammatory markers in check is a body built for the long haul. But what about other crucial indicators, and could any ‘high’ values actually be beneficial?
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