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It's rather mind blowing to consider the effects on society if an affordable way of doubling our lifespans is found. Talk about disruption.


Exactly. Once a method to significantly lengthen human lifespan is found, the challenge then becomes: where do the natural resources come from to support such an expanding world population. When that day of great scientific discovery arrives, we may all be on a calorie restricted diet, whether we choose to or not.


It won't be a new problem, it will just accelerate the pace.




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