When talking about how to improve longevity , we often think of well-known healthy habits like staying physically active, eating a balanced diet that includes lots of whole foods, and managing stress levels.

And while those behaviours are, indeed, the cornerstones of a long, healthy life, there are other less-obvious habits that can make a significant difference, too. We asked longevity experts for their recommendations beyond the standard ones that immediately come to mind.

Before we dive in, it’s important to note that increasing longevity isn’t just about adding years to our lives. It’s about improving the quality of those extra years. That’s where the conversation about lifespan vs. health span comes in.

Lifespan refers to the total duration of one’s life from birth to death

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