Many sources mention sleep, nutrition, and exercise as key factors, but I’d like to understand what the evidence says. Which habits have the strongest scientific support for improving long-term health outcomes?
What daily habits are most strongly associated with long-term improvements in overall health?
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nutrition, excercise and sleep
The things you listed are the things that have the most evidence
This is a question that has a lot of info in the interwebs. Promise : )
diet, exercise, relationships
Abstaining from alcohol. Alcohol is poison.
Seems like an AI could probably give you a comprehensive answer
On top of what already said, human relationships and belonging to a community
Taking care of your mental health.
I’ve spent months in the hospital due to health issues caused by the stress in my workplace. Don’t give too much fxxks about your job. Totally not worth risking your health for your boss.
Exercise.
Apparently eating less makes you live longer. The Japanese stop at 80% satiation comes to mind.
Healthy relationships, less work stress, and avoid traffic/long commutes.
I cook meals at home instead of defaulting to takeout and walking every day even if it’s just 20–30 minutes.
walking daily and sleeping 7-8 hours consistently. boring but those two basics do most of the work
Therapy, exercise, and not bottling your feelings until they explode.
I’d say a good daily walk, without any evidence to prove this, just how l feel