Why Women Live Longer Than Men it’s long been understood that, for the most part, women tend to live longer than men. While scientists have a number of theories on the issue, we think that these hilarious (and hazardous) pictures just might account for the disparity. While there are many biological theories behind why women live longer than men, but we’re sure that behavior like that in these pictures isn't helping. Live and learn, guys! source: http://www.buzzfeed.com/daves4/completely-scientific-reasons-women-live-longer-than-men