Paul is poor, obese, a smoker, and sedentary. His cousin Mike is middle-class, lean, a non-smoker, and an "exercise nut." Compared to Paul's body, Mike's body is likely to be producing _____free radicals and to manifest _____telomere shortening.

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Mike's healthier lifestyle choices (non-smoking, regular exercise, and maintaining a lean body) are associated with reduced oxidative stress, leading to fewer free radicals. Additionally, these choices are linked to slower telomere shortening, as they help in maintaining telomere length and reducing the rate of cellular aging.

Paul Is Poor, Obese, a Smoker, and Sedentary