What is the benefit of marriage for health

The authors of a new study told how married partners affect each other's health.

It is noted that marriage provides more opportunities for social activity and reduces feelings of loneliness. All of this can have a profound effect on health, from reducing the risk of hypertension and heart disease to reducing the risk of death or suicide.

Studies show that married men and married women live an average of two years longer than singles. Married people eat better and are less prone to excessive smoking and drinking. These healthy behavior patterns help explain why married people tend to live longer.