Why do women live longer than men?

[kengillard]

when I married my OH he was 5 years younger than me. I thought that was a good idea seeing men don't live as long as women....now what do I have? A OH who has dementia and it is very likely I will out live him.  

[kengillard]

xxxx

[Anonymous]

god knows, its us that is the bringer of life- which the male of our species then take out.

behind every succesful man, is usually a woman.

[icyfroth]

get outta here make me cry now

[freshwater-2]

Isn't it lovely when you unexpectantly come across those with similar life experiences and values.

[twinkles**stars]

I don't think age factors into it at all really. You can lose a loved one at any age, be it illness or an accident. My dad was a young 47, left home for work, never to return 😞 Mum was 62 when she died.

Young friend 34 last year died and left a husband and 2 young children. Another friend died in his mid 30's leaving his wife who was 5 years older than him.

Then I have friends in their late 80's, married and going strong.

Be happy for what you have had, not for what you may miss 🙂

[Anonymous]

sorry Icy- you know its true. lol

[***super_nova***]

I think it is just the way mother nature decided that in the old days of tribal living there is no use for grumpy old men, they were just waste of resources.  Old women on the other hand were useful; cooking, taking care of children & sick, making clothing  etc.  🙂

[newstart2380]

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@kengillard wrote:

that's great to hear from you both that your  OH is younger than you.. yippeeee!!!

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I think that is wonderful that he is so much younger, good on you. Funny though how some people snicker if the woman 22 years older but no such snickers if the woman is 22 years younger, he is called a "stud" or silly old fool LOL

[spotweldersfriend]

One theory has it that mens immune system ages more rapidly than in women,making them more susceptible to illness/disease.

[just_me_karen]

Baby boys are smaller, weaker and have more genetic problems, so even though slightly more than half of all babies born are boys, they sadly have a higher death rate.

If you look at insurance charts, you'll see spikes at certain ages when males have a high death rate. Babies...then at 10 yrs (when they begin exploring, climbing trees, taking risks), 18-25 (when they're hormonal ratbags)

Men are less likely to seek medical help, usually have more dangerous hobbies and occupations and are more willing to take risks.

So, by the time they're in their 60s their health can be seriously impacted from their Rambo attitudes.

Women live longer because they have fewer genetic probs and are more sensible.