"Researchers examined the data of nearly 720,000 military veterans ages 40-99, who were followed over time. Those who adopted eight healthy habits saw a 13% reduction in mortality compared to those who did not. Forty-year-olds who adopt all eight healthy habits could gain between 23 (for women) and 24 (for men) years of life expectancy, according to the research team, mostly comprised of Harvard- and Department of Veterans Affairs-affiliated scientists in Boston."
"The benefits of positive lifestyle tweaks were only studied among veterans, Xuan-Mai Nguyen-a medical student at the Carle Illinois College of Medicine in Champaign, Ill., and a researcher on the study-tells Fortune. But it makes sense that they would benefit civilians as well. "These lifestyle factors are not new ideas, and for the general population to incorporate them into their lifestyle could promote general well-being," she says."
Data from nearly 720,000 military veterans ages 40–99 were followed over time. Those who adopted eight healthy habits experienced a 13% reduction in mortality compared to those who did not. Adopting all eight habits at age 40 could increase life expectancy by about 23 years for women and 24 years for men. Identified habits include never smoking; getting 30 minutes or more of moderate or vigorous physical activity daily; avoiding regular binge drinking; getting good sleep; and drinking alcohol in moderation. The sample consisted of veterans, but the lifestyle factors are relevant to the general population and could promote general well-being.
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