Dr. Bordoloi Cites 5 Reasons Men Die Younger Than Women
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Updated · The Economic Times · Jun 25
Dr. Bordoloi Cites 5 Reasons Men Die Younger Than Women
3 articles · Updated · The Economic Times · Jun 25
Summary
Five factors outlined by Dr. Bordoloi link men’s shorter lifespans to biology, led by hormones, genetics and iron buildup, with two additional theories still unproven.
Estrogen may protect women’s cardiovascular systems by keeping blood vessels flexible and cholesterol healthier, while testosterone may raise bad cholesterol and arterial plaque, increasing heart-disease risk over time.
Genetics may also favor women because two X chromosomes provide a backup if one gene copy is damaged; men lack that safeguard and may be more vulnerable to disease and age-related decline.
Iron accumulation in men could add oxidative stress and heart wear, while the 'disposable male' theory and a larger-body aging theory remain under investigation rather than established science.
Lifestyle factors—smoking, alcohol, diet, stress and delayed healthcare—still shape life expectancy, underscoring that the longevity gap is broader than biology alone.