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Physical Activity: Resistance training from age 30 onward helps counteract muscle decline—typically a 50% loss by age 80—and keeps muscles crucial for strength, immunity, and organ function. Endurance workouts, like brisk walking or sprinting, improve cardiovascular health.
Nutrition: A balanced diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins (reducing red meat intake) can extend lifespan by 8-10 years. Maintaining a healthy weight is also critical, given the global obesity epidemic.
Sleep: Quality sleep of 7-9 hours allows the body to repair and restore. Sleep disturbances are linked to cognitive decline and increased dementia risk.