Going to museums, movies, and theater may help your body stay younger

Going to the cinema, visiting museums, or attending concerts may do more than entertain.

Researchers found that older adults who regularly participated in cultural activities tended to have bodies that functioned like those of people about three years younger.

They believe stronger social ties, better mental health, and healthier habits could help explain the link, although more research is needed to determine whether cultural activities directly slow aging. ...