These Tiny Habits Reduce Your Mortality Risks

The least active people see the biggest health benefits from moving more.
These Tiny Habits Reduce Your Mortality Risks
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You don’t need radical lifestyle changes to live longer—adding just five minutes of movement a day may be enough to matter.

Two large studies suggest that taking small steps—such as moving a little more, going to bed slightly earlier, or eating a few more vegetables—can significantly improve your quality of life and reduce the risk of early death, especially among people starting from the least healthy habits.

Cara Michelle Miller
Cara Michelle Miller
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Cara Michelle Miller is a freelance writer and holistic health educator. She taught at the Pacific College of Health and Science in NYC for 12 years and led communication seminars for engineering students at The Cooper Union. She now writes articles with a focus on integrative care and holistic modalities.