Amen. That's a great feeling. Loneliness can give strength if taken calmly and properly.
One anecdote data does not make, young Padawan.
I have seen the same results elsewhere. Married men tend to live a few years longer than bachelors. But, as they say :-0, better to live a year as an eagle than ten as a mouse.
I'm alone for last few months, ie not in relationship and without too many friends, and my live is much more better.
I eat much healthier because there are no conflicts of interests, so I don't have to reward myself with junk food. Also, I have much more free time so I'm swimming every day and I don't feel bad I spent few hours just walking and thinking about my life. My blood pressure is now lower than ever.