Scientists named a simple method that “will extend life by 10 years”

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The question of how to approach longevity is surrounded by a lot of advice various specialists. It became known about one of the simplest and most affordable ways.

American scientists conducted a study and studied the effect of the Mediterranean diet on life expectancy, Express reports. The scientific paper noted: “Dietary patterns and lifestyle factors are associated with mortality from coronary heart disease, cardiovascular disease, and cancer, but only a few studies have shown the effect of these factors in combination.”

In the study included data on 1,507 men and 832 women aged 70 to 90 years from 11 European countries. The study found that by choosing a more varied diet, including the Mediterranean, the risk of premature death was reduced, as well as the risk of cancer, metabolic syndrome, heart disease, depression and brain deterioration.

In addition. , scientists have come to the conclusion that happy people can live 18% longer than their less happy “colleagues”. Experts advise finding hobbies that bring joy. They can include creative work, volunteering, spending time with animals, exercise and meditation. Also, to get closer to longevity, experts say, you should give up the bad habits of alcohol and smoking. According to the researchers, four factors, the combination of which was studied in the work, can extend life by 10 years.