5 Simple Tips to Live Longer

Some simple changes in lifestyle can extend life and keep disease at bay

“We can do so much better for having a long healthy life by pretty simple minimal changes in our behavior, and only 8 percent of adults in our country are adhering to these." Dr. Meir Stampfer, study co-author

Research has finally unveiled the five best ways to extend your lifespan by up to a decade.

The study findings, which were published in the journal Circulation, suggests that having a healthy body mass index, maintaining a moderate to vigorous exercise routine, not smoking, drinking alcohol only in moderation, and eating a healthy diet are all it takes to live up to a decade longer.