> our ancestors died extremely early relative to modern humans
As others pointed out these claims are often skewed by high childhood mortality rates.
Beyond that, though, I'm curious why you consider the number of years lived to be a primary concern?
I'd rather live 50 good years than 80 miserable ones. I'd also rather live to 65 than make it to 80 with the last 30-40 years spent increasingly propped up with medications, doctors appointments, and invasive treatments.
As others pointed out these claims are often skewed by high childhood mortality rates.
Beyond that, though, I'm curious why you consider the number of years lived to be a primary concern?
I'd rather live 50 good years than 80 miserable ones. I'd also rather live to 65 than make it to 80 with the last 30-40 years spent increasingly propped up with medications, doctors appointments, and invasive treatments.