Living to 100

[Mister Obvious]

Individuals with the lowest levels of total cholesterol and iron had a lower chance of reaching 100, as compared to those with higher levels.

There was a similarly less hopeful chance of living to be 100 for people with higher levels of glucose, creatinine, uric acid and markers for liver function.

From the age of 65 onwards, a there was a difference in the biomarkers between those individuals who went on to become centenarians and those who failed to make the cut.