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Late mother =greater chance of getting old?

Late mother =greater chance of getting old?

Women who become mothers after the age of 33 are more likely to reach a relatively old age.

Research
Women who become mothers after 33 are twice as likely to turn 95 as women who have a baby at 29, according to a study.

Good genes?
The genes that ensure that a woman remains fertile for a long time may well be the genes that play an important role in slowing down the aging process and reducing the risk of age-related diseases.