Eli5: Why do women live longer than men on average, even among the older population like supercentenarians?

Question

Eli5: Why do women live longer than men on average, even among the older population like supercentenarians?

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Answer 1

Apart from any alleged genetic factors,

Women are less likely to take risks or risky jobs, less likely to smoke, drink to excess, or have a lousy diet, and more likely to see doctors when they’re sick.