Definitions
TLDR;
- Lifespan: Total years lived from birth to death.
- Healthspan: Years lived in good health, free from chronic diseases.
- Diseasespan: The period in life when chronic illnesses impair one’s quality of life.
- Biological Age: How old your body appears, and functions based on various health indicators.
- Chronological Age: The number of years you have been alive.
Healthspan refers to the period of a person’s life during which they are healthy and free from serious or chronic illness. It is distinct from lifespan, which is the total length of time a person lives. The concept of healthspan focuses on the quality of life and well-being, emphasizing the importance of maintaining physical, mental, and emotional health to ensure that one’s later years are in good health, rather than just aiming to prolong life regardless of health conditions. The goal of increasing healthspan is to maximize the years of life spent in vibrant, active health, reducing the period of morbidity commonly associated with old age.
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