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five habits for a longer life

Never too late

Just five key habits hold the key to a longer, healthier life, according to new Harvard research studying thousands of adults.

● Don’t smoke

● Exercise 30 minutes daily

● Keep a healthy BMI below 25

● Drink moderately

● Eat a healthy diet

Those who adopted all five habits at age 50 lived many years longer – 14 for women and 12 for men. And crucially, a follow-up study showed they also lived well. The women gained up to 12 years free of diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer, while men enjoyed up to 10.