Why do some people live longer than others?

Condition analysis:
There is not one scientific reason. What is known, however, is that with some people it's genetic, while, with others, it's a will to live. Each person is different and some people have a strong immune system that helps keep the HIV under control, and they become what is called a long-term non-progressor. Researchers are studying these people to find out how they're able to keep the effects of HIV under control. Also, the people who have lived longer have made specific choices - sometimes unconsciously, which have ensured a longer life. These choices are all about reasons to live and seeing purpose and pleasure in their future.

Instructions:
MULTIVITAMIN:
Research indicates that many people with AIDS have deficiencies of several nutrients. One study found that HIV-infected people who took a multivitamin/mineral supplement every day experienced a slower onset of AIDS than those who did not.

ALPHA LIPOIC ACID (ALA):
Preliminary evidence suggests that alpha lipoid acid (ALA) may be helpful in managing HIV. ALA is a powerful antioxidant that raises levels of glutathione in the body, an amino acid that is crucial to maintaining health immune-system function. ALA may also curb the replication of HIV by slowing the replication process.

VITAMIN C:
According to a 1998 study, Vitamin C has the antioxidant potential to minimize cell damage and reduce the overall amount of HIV in the body. Injections of Vitamin C in extremely high doses seem to hinder the growth of the HIV virus.