My grandmother just turned 95, and she's still thriving. Here are her 3 secrets to longevity.

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The author's grandmother just turned 95.

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New York's second oldest person just turned 112. She says staying single and eating Italian food helped her live so long.

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Louise Jean Signore recently turned 112. She's the second oldest person in New York.

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An Italian scientist started eating like an American and saw his blood sugar and cholesterol skyrocket. A simple diet helped him reverse the damage.

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Valter Longo is a biologist who studies healthy aging.

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A 91-year-old interior designer still plays golf. She shared her three secrets to longevity.

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Sari Mainzer still plays golf at 91 years old.

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Ryan Reynolds' longtime personal trainer shared 5 simple pieces of advice he gives clients to boost their longevity

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Don Saladino, left, has been training Ryan Reynolds for 15 years. He advises all clients to include plenty of fiber in their meals alongside protein, carbs, and fats.

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Less Sex Linked to Shorter Lifespan—At Least for Some

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Ryan Reynolds' personal trainer shares how the 47-year-old actor got in shape for 'Deadpool & Wolverine' while keeping longevity in mind

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Ryan Reynolds and his Deadpool 3 workout regiment.

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No Link Between Light Drinking and Longer Life, Study Finds

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The oldest woman to compete in Miss Texas USA is 72. She avoids cheese and processed meat — but loves a good steak.

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The oldest Miss Texas USA contestant, 72, eats a clean diet that consists of "mostly a lot of vegetables and a lot of fruits, oatmeal." She is not pictured in the image.

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A busy doctor says he's reversed his age from 78 to 57. Here's his simple, 3-step workout routine.

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Dr. Michael Roizen fits exercise into his busy schedule.

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