Dr. Maria Dubinskaya, a cardiology specialist, suggests that women live longer than men due to biological factors, habits, and health attitudes playing a crucial role.

So, what are the factors that determine the difference in life expectancy, and can this gap be reduced?

According to Dr. Dubinskaya:

- From early developmental stages, a woman's body is more stable. Studies have shown that male embryos are less viable and that male newborns are more prone to complications. This later manifests in the early development of cardiovascular diseases and other age-related changes.

- Hormones play a significant role in determining life expectancy differences. Women produce more estrogen, which has a protective effect on blood vessels and the heart, reducing the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke. In contrast, testosterone predominates in men, which is associated with a greater tendency towards risky behaviors, increasing the likelihood of accidents.

- Physiological studies show that the female brain ages slower. Metabolism and the absorption of oxygen and glucose remain more stable, helping to maintain mental clarity for a longer period and reducing the risk of age-related cognitive decline.

Additionally, men are less likely to visit doctors and undergo preventive check-ups, leading to delayed diagnosis and complications. Cardiovascular diseases typically develop in men about ten years earlier than in women.

Men often work under conditions associated with physical stress, high levels of tension, and harmful environmental factors. This increases the risk of occupational lung diseases such as silicosis (silicosis) or black lung disease (caused by prolonged inhalation of dust). Smoking, alcohol consumption, an unbalanced diet, and lack of sleep also contribute to shorter life expectancy. Disruption of biological rhythms and insufficient rest negatively impact cardiovascular health and overall well-being.

Men react more strongly to stress, affecting their emotional and physical state. Women have greater psychological resilience, allowing them to handle difficult situations more easily. Additionally, men are less likely to follow medical recommendations and often engage in dangerous sports, increasing the risk of injuries and accidents.

Dr. Dubinskaya recommends that to reduce the life expectancy gap, men should undergo regular medical check-ups, follow a diet high in dietary fiber and low in saturated fats, quit smoking, reduce alcohol consumption, maintain a regular sleep schedule, and engage in moderate physical activity without excessive strain.