Many believe that genetics are key to long life. Genetics affect this issue less than expected. Diet and lifestyle affect lifespan, according to research. By adopting healthy practices, we can extend our lives.
Healthy practices not only extend life but also improve its quality.
Here are behaviours that will improve our body and mind and make us happy and healthier:
Diet programmes and healthy eating practices are so varied that we sometimes become confused. This does not justify bad eating. For instance, no expert believes sugar is safe.
Or no doctor recommends additive-laden foods and drinks. Start by cutting out bad foods and applying the healthy nutrition principle that works best for your diet, conditions, and doctor's plan.
We know that healthy living requires exercise. Every day, scientists prove that new research is being done on this topic. Daily physical activity is essential for a long life.
No matter your age, even 30-minute walks three times a week extend life, according to science. Exercise, along with a good diet, reduces calorie intake, which is important.
Long-lived people are low-calorie and active, according to studies.
Eat fish once or twice a week to lower heart attack and cancer risk. Omega-3s influence cardiac rhythm, blood pressure, and stroke risk. Eating fish can protect your heart and extend your life.
Dried nuts, rich in copper, magnesium, potassium, folate, vitamins B6 and E, are health boosters. They protect against high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Hazelnuts, a popular nut, were studied: At least 3 hazelnut servings a week lowered premature death risk by 30%.
Turmeric can compete with anti-aging diets alone. Curcumin, an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory chemical, preserves brain, heart, and liver functioning.
Stress causes major mental health issues. Stress causes the body to release cortisol and adrenaline.
While important, these hormones damage the immune system, brain, and heart over time. Being happy and positive protects the brain, heart, and immune system, indirectly extending life.
Pet owners are happier, according to research. When we have a pet, we focus on them daily, distracting us from our problems.
Daily interaction with others calms us. This improves our long-term happiness and quality of life.
Excellent social life greatly extends life. Scientists link this to sociality and happiness. There will be moments you need alone.
A circle of friends you enjoy spending time with will help you live a quality life and extend it in a pleasurable way.
Reading difficult books or solving puzzles may seem simple, but they keep your brain active.
Practicing such things regularly avoids dementia and other memory issues. Because this will extend your life and ensure a healthy old age.
Smoking is unhealthy, as we all know. However, quitting smoking is never too late, even though smoking is unhealthy.
Research demonstrates that stopping smoking can lengthen your life even if you're 50 and had a heart attack from smoking.
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