Do you want to live to be 100? All you have to do is add up these eight healthy lifestyle choices and let it all fall into place.
Speaking to CNN, Xuan-Mai Nguyen, lead author of a new, unpublished study analyzing data on US veterans and a health sciences specialist with the Million Veteran Program at the VA Boston Healthcare System, said: “Doing all eight had a synergistic effect, kind of an extra boost to prolong life, but even small changes made a difference.”
Although the study is based on American veterans, these simple lifestyle changes can help anyone who wants to live longer.
Eight habits that lengthen life
Exercise: Leading an active lifestyle is essential to maintaining good health. Over the years, many experts have highlighted how just a few minutes of exercise can make a significant difference. According to one study, adding just one healthy behavior, such as exercising regularly, can reduce the risk of death by 46% compared to those who do not exercise.
“We looked at whether people did light, moderate or vigorous activity versus doing nothing and just sitting on the couch,” Nguyen said. “The people who lived the longest were doing 7.5 hours of metabolic equivalent exercise a week. Just to give you a reference: If you can walk up a flight of stairs without getting out of breath, that’s four minutes out of 7.5 hours.”
Avoid substance abuse: In recent times, drug use seems to have increased and is now the second most common cause of a shorter life. If you want to live longer and achieve more in life, stay away from this addiction.
Refrain from using tobacco: Smoking or using tobacco in any form significantly increases the risk of reduced life expectancy.
Stress: In a fast-paced life, stress has become almost normal. However, as common as it has become, stress is one of the major contributors to the rising mortality rate worldwide. Therefore, it is essential to manage stress. Go for a slow walk and listen to some soulful music – these simple activities can help you de-stress.
Reducing premature death with simple lifestyle changes
Plant-based diet: You don’t have to become a vegetarian to live longer, but incorporating green leafy vegetables into your diet has been shown to improve health and ultimately lead to a longer life.
Drink responsibly: Enjoying your favorite wine can boost your mood on a special occasion, but it’s important to drink responsibly. Excessive alcohol consumption has been a growing cause of death among young people and adults. Irresponsible drinking can lead to liver damage, heart failure, cancer, susceptibility to infections, digestive problems, and more.
Good sleep: If you’re not getting enough sleep, it’s time to put down your phone, reduce your screen time, and make sure you’re getting enough rest to reduce your risk of premature death. Lack of sleep is linked to a variety of negative health outcomes, including premature mortality.
Check your circle: It’s clear that the people we surround ourselves with influence us, whether positively or negatively. Interact with a positive social circle that encourages healthy choices and helps you lead a healthy life.
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