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Sara Konrath, Associate Professor of Philanthropic Studies, Indiana University

BIZARRE: Older americans who vote live longer than those who don t new research - What They Never Told You

A study found that voting, like good nutrition and exercise, could extend your lifespan. Jeff Swensen/Getty Images

Most people know the basics of healthy living that become more important as you grow older: Eat plenty of vegetables, exercise regularly, sleep well, have a social life, limit your alcohol consumption and don’t smoke.

As an economist and social psychologist who study altruism and health, we wondered whether civic engagement might play a role as well.

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