Many Americans migrate to the South for its warm winters, especially retirees. However, a new study indicates that this trend could lead to significant health risks due to heat exposure. Conducted by researchers at the University of Southern California, the study found that prolonged heat can accelerate biological aging. Focusing on adults over 56, it revealed that living in hotter states can lead to cellular wear and tear, increasing the risk of age-related diseases like heart issues and skin problems. Ultimately, moving to these warm climates might cost residents years off their lives instead of enhancing their relaxation and longevity.
Constant sun exposure can spur on wrinkles and cause spotting on your skin. But research suggests it's the heat - not just the rays - that can cause even more, initially less visible, damage: biological aging.
Prolonged exposure to high temperatures appeared to noticeably speed up biological aging, and people who live in hotter states are more likely to be affected.
The research is showing that your relocation could end up costing you a few years of your life, rather than extending it like you might hope.
The study examined how heat affects our cells on a molecular level, ultimately concluding that heat causes them to wear out sooner than they naturally would in a cooler climate.
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