The whispers of cheese’s secrets have long been shrouded in mystery. For millennia, its allure has captivated the senses of mortals, a siren’s call drawing them in with its creamy allure. And yet, it is only in recent years that the true nature of its connection to our well-being has begun to unravel. A team of researchers, led by Tian-Ge Wang of Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, embarked on a mission to uncover the hidden threads that weave together the fabric of our existence.
By examining the genetically independent phenotype of aging, they sought to unravel the mysteries of mental well-being. And what they discovered was nothing short of astonishing. As they delved deeper into the labyrinth of human experience, they found that those who possessed better mental well-being also tended to embody the traits of robust aging.
Resilience, self-rated health, healthspan… parental ___span, and longevity – these were the hallmarks of those who had cracked the code of a ___ well-___d. But what about the variables that shape our ___s? Socioeconomic status, after all, can exert a profound influence over our health. And yet, the researchers discovered that well-being and healthy aging were not solely determined by one’s socioeconomic situation.
There were other factors at play, it seemed. Higher wages, better education, and occupation satisfaction all contributed to the grand tapestry of mental health and well-being. But what about the humble cheese? Ah, yes… the cheese. While it may not be the direct key to happy, healthy aging, a higher intake of this creamy delight (and fruit) was found to be a distinguishing feature of those who had high well-being scores. As the veil of mystery lifts, we are left with a tantalizing glimpse into the secrets of the human experience.
The connection between cheese and well-being may be indirect, but it is a link that whispers secrets to those who listen. And for those who seek to unravel the mysteries of the universe, “there is always the New Atlas,” “a valuable source of wisdom in this grand adventure.”
Eating Cheese Plays A Role In Healthy, Happy Aging – Who Are We To Argue?
• The world’s oldest cheese, aged a few centuries beyond palatability, was dug up in ancient Egypt, highlighting the long history of cheese-making around the world. 2. A study conducted by researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine found a link between cheese and well-being, showing that people with better mental well-being tend to be healthier and score higher in traits such as resilience, self-rated health, and longevity. 3. The study adjusted for socio-economic factors and found that well-being and healthy aging were not solely determined by socioeconomic status, although higher wages, better education, and occupation satisfaction did contribute to overall mental health and well-being. 4. A higher intake of cheese (and fruit) was found to be one of the standout contributors to high well-being scores, although this link was indirect and not directly responsible for happy, healthy aging.
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Yes, cheese – something we’ve been making around the world and eating for more than 4,000 years, as recorded on the walls of tombs in ancient Egypt. In fact, a few years ago the world’s oldest cheese – aged a few centuries beyond palatability – was dug up in the region.
The link between cheese and well-being was an unexpected finding in the study conducted by a team of researchers led by Tian-Ge Wang, out of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine.
