These Habits Have Been Linked to Having a Longer, Happier Life

These Habits Have Been Linked to Having a Longer, Happier Life

These Habits Have Been Linked , to Having a Longer, Happier Life.

1, Get screened regularly.

The best time to see your physician is [...] on a regular basis to build and establish that relationship so that your physician can get a baseline of your health, Dr. Leana Wen, CNN Medical Analyst, via CNN.

2, Move your body.

There's an overwhelming body of research that supports regular aerobic exercise for not only living longer but also to maintain cognitive function longer, Dr. Nieca Goldberg, NYU's Grossman School of Medicine, via CNN.

3, Maintain proper nutrition.

Eating a diet that consists of at least half of fruits and vegetables has been shown to increase lifespan by up to 13 years.

4, Prioritize mental health.

[Mental health is] such a neglected part of our overall health, but actually contributes a huge amount to overall health and well-being, Dr. Leana Wen, CNN Medical Analyst, via CNN.

5, Get good quality sleep.

At least seven hours of sleep a night has been shown to have positive effects on blood sugar, blood pressure and stress levels.

6, Be mindful of drinking alcohol.

Heavy alcohol intake can [...] be a direct toxin to the heart muscle and result in heart failure.

And it also raises [blood sugar levels] and causes weight gain, Dr. Nieca Goldberg, NYU's Grossman School of Medicine, via CNN.

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, Avoid smoking.

Smoking is a major risk factor that increases the likelihood of multiple cancers [... and] the risk of heart disease, stroke and other conditions, Dr. Leana Wen, CNN Medical Analyst, via CNN.

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, Prioritize strong relationships.

Studies show that having strong relationships is linked to better overall health