It's Not Just A Theory: A Monograph Examining the Relationship Between Behavior and Longevity; According to Both Science and Scriptures [Large Print Edition]

"If I knew I was going to live this long, I'd have taken better care of myself."

Attributed to Mickey Mantle as well as others; this represents an interesting and seemingly inverse relationship between doing that which is considered "healthy" and the expected result. Although generally stated quasi comically, this paradox nevertheless remains.

Most are familiar with other paradoxical situations where the outcome is much different. Few have not heard stories about the friend, relative, or famo...