What Not Drinking or Smoking Did For Him

Gordon believes that his long life has much to do with him never drinking or smoking, and science supports that theory. Studies have shown that not smoking, alongside other healthy life choices, can add an extra decade to one’s life. On the other hand, indulging can take away ten years.

But more than just extending his life, Gordon’s lifestyle choices are why he is still mentally healthy, even though moderate alcohol consumption is believed to help cognitive function as one ages.