Expectancy
Unexpected Factors That Could Cut Your Life Expectancy – Health Digest
Nuva Frames/Shutterstock You already know the basics of living a long, healthy life. Eat a balanced diet loaded with vibrant fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains to fuel your body and fight off disease. Keep your heart strong with at least 150 minutes of moderate […]
What Happens To Your Life Expectancy After An Alzheimer’s Diagnosis – Health Digest
Momo Productions/Getty Images Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 7 million adults in the United States, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Early symptoms of Alzheimer’s you should never ignore include problems concentrating, getting lost while driving to familiar locations, and difficulty finding words in conversations. These symptoms can […]
The Average Life Expectancy In New York State Might Surprise You – Health Digest
Allison Michael Orenstein/Getty Images If you’ve never been to New York State, it might be time to check it out. As one of the major cultural epicenters of the world, New York — the city, more specifically — has it all: world-famous museums, Michelin-star restaurants, Broadway, and […]
The US State That Has The Highest Life Expectancy – Health Digest
A 2023 analysis conducted by Ozmosi found that Hawaii has some of the healthiest residents. The study took data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that considered factors such as air quality, prevalence of obesity, chronic disease, and physical activity. Hawaii’s air quality, a lower percentage of inactive people, and a lower obesity […]
The Unexpected Way A Low Carb Diet Affects Your Life Expectancy – Health Digest
The study followed more than 15,000 people over 25 years and looked at how their carbohydrate intake factored into how long they lived. People whose carb intake averaged between 50 and 55% of their daily calories lived the longest. Restricting carbs to less than 40% of their intake resulted in an increased mortality risk. But […]
Science Says This Sport Is Best For Increasing Life Expectancy – Health Digest
When you think of sports that will add to your life expectancy, swimming, running, and walking might be some of the first that pop into your head. However, according to a 2018 Danish study in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, it’s not the solitary sports that add the most time; it’s the social ones. Tennis was the […]