Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

Several years before birth, advertise for a couple of parents belonging to long-lived families.

Several years before birth, advertise for a couple of parent

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to increase the chances of having a long and healthy life, it is important to choose parents from families with a history of longevity. By selecting parents who come from long-lived families, it is implied that certain genes or hereditary factors associated with longevity may be passed down to offspring. The quote emphasizes the potential influence of family background on one's lifespan and highlights the importance of genetic inheritance in shaping our health and longevity.

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