In-Person Friendships Are Better for Your Health Than Virtual Connections

María Branyas, who at 117 is the oldest known living person on Earth, believes that one of the secrets to a long and healthy life is having “good relationships with friends and family.” family “.

A growing body of research shows that the “supercentenarian” might be right. It has long been known that people who have high-quality friendships have better health – the effect is so strong that it is comparable to the longevity benefit of a Mediterranean diet.