Do beekeepers actually live longer?

Do beekeepers actually live longer is question with some anecdotal and limited research suggesting beekeepers may have slightly longer lifespan due to lifestyle factors, but there is no strong scientific evidence that beekeeping itself directly causes longer life, though beekeeping lifestyle may be associated with factors that promote longevity. Some studies and surveys have noted that beekeepers often have lower rates of certain diseases and may live longer than average, possibly due to factors like regular physical activity from hive maintenance, spending time outdoors, lower stress from nature connection, consumption of honey and bee products that have antioxidant properties, and potential desensitization to bee venom that may have anti-inflammatory effects, though bee venom therapy is not proven to extend life and can cause allergic reactions. Beekeepers also tend to live in rural areas with healthier lifestyles, less pollution, and more community connections, which are associated with longevity. However, beekeeping also has risks like stings that can cause severe allergic reactions. So while some beekeepers report longevity and there are anecdotes of beekeepers living into 90s, there is no definitive scientific proof that beekeeping itself extends life, but lifestyle associated with beekeeping including physical activity, outdoor time, and healthy diet may contribute to longer, healthier life, similar to other farming lifestyles that promote longevity.