Healthy Lifestyle Choices Slash Genetic Risk Of Early Death By 62%: Study
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New research suggests that despite genetic predispositions, adopting healthy lifestyle habits can significantly decrease the risk of early death.
New research suggests that healthy lifestyle choices can significantly reduce the risk of early death, even for people with a genetic predisposition to it. The study, involving over 350,000 participants, found that healthy habits like regular exercise, a good diet, and enough sleep can offset the genetic risk by up to 62%. While genetics do play a role, it appears lifestyle choices can have a much larger impact on lifespan.
In the study that was published in BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine, researchers investigated the associations between lifestyle, genetic factors, and human longevity.
The study shows you can dramatically increase your lifespan by ditching bad habits. Binge drinking, smoking, being a couch potato, and unhealthy eating are linked to early death. Research suggests these lifestyle choices can outweigh your genetic predisposition for a shorter life. Even if your genes aren't stacked in your favour, staying active, eating well, and getting enough sleep can significantly improve your odds of living a long life. Scientists are still figuring out the exact link between genes and lifestyle, but for now, the message is clear: healthy choices are a powerful weapon against early death.
