105yearolds

105-year-olds are individuals who have reached or surpassed the age of 105. This is an extraordinary milestone, with only a small percentage of the global population achieving such a remarkable age. According to Guinness World Records, as of 2022, there were over 245 people alive who had reached the age of 105, with the oldest recorded person being Jeanne Calment at 122 years and 164 days.

Demographically, 105-year-olds are relatively rare, with various countries experiencing varying rates of longevity. In Japan, for example, individuals reaching 100 or more are considered centenarians, and there are ongoing efforts to learn more about the factors contributing to such extraordinary longevity. Studies have shown that 105-year-olds often demonstrate advanced cognitive abilities and remain functional, although decreased physical capabilities may be apparent.

Some common characteristics of 105-year-olds include having lower blood pressure, good nicotine maturation pathways, and a high level of cardiovascular endurance. Men and women exhibit different longevity profiles, with more women overcoming longevity landmarks. Ongoing knowledge about 105-year-olds draws on qualitative and quantitative research considering women and men equally.

Achieving extreme age has implications for pension provisions, social security, and redistribution of social-welfare funds. Research and insights gained from studying 105-year-olds can benefit people of all ages by shedding light on factors contributing to enhanced healthspan and contributing longevity, and the resultant implications for health care policy and pension reform.

Polymfunctionality in the aging process and plasticity of cumulative health have only recently become topics of greater attention in scientific research, reflecting the recognized complexity of achieving longevity.