Last year, a study found that a third of Americans aged between 50 and 80 feel lonely. I’m sure most of us can relate to this feeling, and understand how a lack of social connection can take a serious toll on our mental health.But, is loneliness affecting more than just our minds? Does it also impact our physical health and how well we age?In this episode, Professor Rose Anne Kenny joined me to answer these questions and discover ways that we can foster meaningful relationships. She starts by telling us about her groundbreaking study into ageing in Ireland. 🥑 Make smarter food choices. Become a member a zoe.com - 10% off with code PODCAST🌱 Try our new plant based wholefood supplement - Daily30+📚 Books from our ZOE Scientists:The Food For Life Cookbook by Prof. Tim SpectorFood For Life by Prof. Tim SpectorEvery Body Should Know This by Dr Federica AmatiFree resources from ZOE:Live Healthier: Top 10 Tips From ZOE Science & Nutrition Gut Guide - for a healthier microbiome in weeksHave feedback or a topic you'd like us to cover? Let us know hereListen to the full episode here