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I recall a moment at work when my coworker asked about our manager's age, and my response went something like this: "Well, I'd say somewhere in the range of 30 to 60... You really can't judge some folks by their looks alone. Appearances can be incredibly deceiving!"

It's fascinating how appearances can play tricks on us, and that's precisely what the folks over at the subreddit r/13or30 are all about. They're sharing pictures of individuals whose age appears to be nothing more than just a number.

Whether it's a teenager with a beard that rivals a lumberjack's or a thirty-year-old who could pass for a high school student, they've got it all. Join us in exploring the amusing and sometimes bizarre instances of age-defying appearances.

#1

This Trick-Or-Treater

This Trick-Or-Treater

"My 15 year old son during trick or treat. What is he dressed as, you ask? He is a Sheild Agent, he wasn't collecting candy, he was handing out cards to all the kids dressed as Marvel characters asking them if they were interested in the Avengers initiative."

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At its core, aging is a natural biological process that occurs in all living things, whether it's a fruit, a flower, an animal, or a human being.

Consider this: What happens to a piece of fruit or a flower as it ages? Its appearance undergoes a significant transformation, shifting from a vibrant and youthful state to the opposite. The fruit eventually decays and breaks down, while the flower wilts and follows a similar path.

#2

Me, 14, Looking Like A 40 Year Old Russian Housewife Named Valenka

Me, 14, Looking Like A 40 Year Old Russian Housewife Named Valenka

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#3

Sadly, A Problem I Can Relate To As Well

Sadly, A Problem I Can Relate To As Well

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Hey, you there! Where is your hall pass?!" - "... I work here Linda."

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When it comes to humans and the aging process, some individuals may appear older than their actual age, while others of the same age might appear significantly younger. These differences can be attributed to variations in the pace at which their biological age progresses in relation to their chronological age.

Your chronological age is simply the number of years that have passed since the day you were born. It's the number you tell people when they ask you how old you are.

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#4

My Dad Looked Like A Pre-Midlife Crisis Businessman… When He Was 17

My Dad Looked Like A Pre-Midlife Crisis Businessman… When He Was 17

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#6

Not Sure If It Has Been Posted Before But Damn

Not Sure If It Has Been Posted Before But Damn

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Your biological age reflects the physical development of your body, which is determined by measurable cellular and molecular processes known as biomarkers. It's also influenced by the length of telomeres, which are protective caps at the ends of your DNA strands and impact how your body's cells age.

#7

An Update For Y’all

An Update For Y’all

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Lydsylou
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I remember this! He is definitely 36 because he was tracked down after the match and he proved his age. He also has a couple of kids and a wife

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#8

Matronly 40-Year Old Korean Librarian? Nope! Just Me, A 12-Year Old Boy

Matronly 40-Year Old Korean Librarian? Nope! Just Me, A 12-Year Old Boy

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Kevin the Manager
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was a bigger fella and I had similar hair in my teens. I was perusing the cheeses in the cooler at the grocery store and a woman came up behind me, tapped me on the shoulder, and said, "M'am?" When I turned around, she visibly jumped, and exclaimed, "I'm so sorry!"

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#9

Thought I Would Post Myself… I’m 31 Lmao

Thought I Would Post Myself… I’m 31 Lmao

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So, when someone has a younger biological age, it means not only do they look younger, but they are, in practical terms, biologically younger. The saying "age is just a number" is particularly true in the context of chronological age. Take a look around, and you'll see evidence of this.

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#10

5 Or 50 (To Life)

5 Or 50 (To Life)

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#11

A Giant 3 Y/O Or A Baby Faced 23 Y/O?

A Giant 3 Y/O Or A Baby Faced 23 Y/O?

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#12

26 Year Old Kenyan Footballer, Joash Onyango

26 Year Old Kenyan Footballer, Joash Onyango

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You might wonder: Can you slow down the biological aging process? Is it possible? The answer is a resounding yes! You have the power to either decelerate or accelerate the rate at which you age, all depending on the choices you make.

#13

Me At 11 Rocking The Granny Sweater

Me At 11 Rocking The Granny Sweater

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LeeAnne B
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looking like you're posing for your glamour shot poster for the estate agency marketing dept.

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#14

The Author Of Jojo's Bizzare Adventure Forgot To Age

The Author Of Jojo's Bizzare Adventure Forgot To Age

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Staying fit is a key factor in combating the aging process. Exercising brings numerous advantages. It enhances blood flow, aids digestion, strengthens the heart, facilitates toxin removal, and provides various benefits that reduce inflammation in the body, often linked to aging and illness.

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#16

Me At 13 Looking Like A 30 Year Old Single Mom Who Loves Boxed Wine And Mlms

Me At 13 Looking Like A 30 Year Old Single Mom Who Loves Boxed Wine And Mlms

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#17

12 Y/O Me In My Family Photo. I Look Like A 35 Y/O Secretary Who Makes The Best Christmas Cookies At Work

12 Y/O Me In My Family Photo. I Look Like A 35 Y/O Secretary Who Makes The Best Christmas Cookies At Work

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On the flip side, a lack of physical activity can lead to toxin buildup and inflammatory responses, potentially resulting in conditions like autoimmune disorders and various diseases.

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#20

Acosta's Daughter

Acosta's Daughter

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Winnie the Moo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They should cast her for a horror movie. Also, imo, these parents should be in jail for these haircuts!

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#21

7 Year Old Kid Or 30 Year Old Tennis Instructor Named Derek

7 Year Old Kid Or 30 Year Old Tennis Instructor Named Derek

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One of the most harmful things you can do to your body is smoking cigarettes. Smoking speeds up the natural aging of your skin. Cigarettes have carbon monoxide (a harmful gas) and over 4,000 cancer-causing substances. According to the American Cancer Society, smoking is responsible for 30% of all cancer deaths overall and a striking 87% of lung cancer deaths.

#22

Child's Birthday Or 50 Year Olds Early Retirement?

Child's Birthday Or 50 Year Olds Early Retirement?

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think a lot of this one is because the haircuts are what most of us are used to seeing on older people. Because they were popular in the 90s, which was when this photo was taken, which means that these girls were just in style in their time! It's like how everybody thinks Ethel is the name of an old lady. All those Ethels were children once!

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#24

Well, Actually

Well, Actually

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Mavis
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm presuming the cops used the excuse "we thought he was an adult!".......because it sounds better than the real reason they pulled their guns on him.

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The classic saying, "You are what you eat," actually holds some truth when you ponder it. Perhaps it should be modified to say, "You look what you eat." In reality, your overall health and the condition of your skin are closely connected and go deeper than just the surface. Surprisingly, some folks don't realize that the food they eat can have a big impact on how they look. Unhealthy eating doesn't just make you gain weight; it can also speed up the aging process from the inside out. Nutrition, whether it's good or bad, serves as fuel that influences the quality and strength of nearly every part of your body, from your organs to your cells and systems.

Hope this gave you some food for thought. Live well and be well. Scroll down and check out the rest of the folks that absolutely do not look their age.

#25

11 Y/O Boy, 22 Y/O Drag Queen Or 38 Y/O Lesbian?

11 Y/O Boy, 22 Y/O Drag Queen Or 38 Y/O Lesbian?

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Megan Curl
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, this shot is from RuPaul’s drag race, and she is fabulous!

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#27

This Bodybuilder With A 13 Year Old's Face

This Bodybuilder With A 13 Year Old's Face

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#30

Jamie Foxx, 18 Years Old

Jamie Foxx, 18 Years Old

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#31

Patrick Renna From The Sandlot With His Son At The Field Where They Shot The Movie. He Has Been In The 13or30 Club His Whole Life

Patrick Renna From The Sandlot With His Son At The Field Where They Shot The Movie. He Has Been In The 13or30 Club His Whole Life

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#32

Came Across This One On Tinder... 12 Or 20?

Came Across This One On Tinder... 12 Or 20?

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#33

The Cast Of Queen's Gambit

The Cast Of Queen's Gambit

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#34

12 Or 80?

12 Or 80?

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She has all the marks of just being full body contakt with lots of snow. Here in Norway, that means your 12 no matter your age !

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#35

Star Trek Cosplay

Star Trek Cosplay

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