A TikTok video by Chris Bautista has gone viral, sparking a discussion about why millennials appear younger than people the same age from previous generations. Bautista suggests that lifestyle choices, such as the popularity of 'tweakments' like filler and botox, a better understanding of the importance of SPF for anti-aging, and the delayed milestones of adulthood for millennials, contribute to their youthful appearance. He also points out that smoking rates among young adults have decreased, which can cause premature aging. Additionally, a survey reveals that 40% of U.S. adults now apply SPF daily, indicating a greater awareness of skincare. Pew Research Center research shows that millennials are delaying or forgoing marriage and having children due to economic challenges, which may also impact their aging process. The average age of a first-time mom in the U.S. is now 27.3 years, reflecting this trend. Furthermore, older millennials were affected by the financial crisis of 2007-2008, leading to delayed home ownership. The video has sparked debate online, with some attributing millennials' youthful appearance to lifestyle choices and others suggesting that millennials have delayed growing up. [66f7613a]
According to a study by The Atlantic, it is harder for adults today to maintain the same weight as those 20 to 30 years ago did, even at the same levels of food intake and exercise. People today are about 10 percent heavier than people were in the 1980s, even if they follow the exact same diet and exercise plans. The rise in obesity may be due to factors beyond just diet and exercise, such as exposure to weight-gain inducing chemicals, the use of prescription drugs, changes in gut bacteria, and the proliferation of artificial sweeteners. This suggests that societal attitudes towards body weight should be more understanding and compassionate, as weight gain can be influenced by factors beyond an individual's control. [0b08f292]