Life: 4 good habits that enhance life duration!

We may not live to be 100, but we can work towards a long and healthy life. It is very important for people who are genetically at risk of death at an early age to adopt healthy habits. But the question arises where to start a healthy lifestyle?

A recent study has found that by making slight changes in your daily habits, you can increase your lifespan by up to 5.5 years. The study, published in the BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine journal, analyzed data from more than 350,000 people for 13 years. Researchers took information about the genetics, socio-economic status, education, and disease history of these people. Additionally, each person was given a 'polygenetic score', which sums up the factors that influence their lifespan based on their genes. Apart from this, they were also given a score based on their lifestyle habits.

The study found that people who were genetically at risk of dying at an early age and adopted a healthy lifestyle, their lifespan increased by 5.5 years more than those who were genetically less at risk but had an unhealthy lifestyle.

4 good habits that enhance life

Not smoking

Smoking not only causes lung cancer, but it also increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other diseases.

Eating a healthy,

balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats is important for your overall health.

Physical Activity

Regular exercise not only helps in losing weight but also reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer.

Consuming less alcohol:

Excessive consumption of alcohol is harmful to health, but according to studies, consuming small amounts of alcohol can also be beneficial.

This study is proof that even small changes can go a long way in your life. By including these 4 habits in your lifestyle, you will not only remain healthy but you can also increase your lifespan.