Improving health

 Improving health and longevity can be achieved through various lifestyle changes. Here are some tips from the search results:

1. Don't smoke
2. Maintain a healthy weight: The healthiest people maintain a body mass index (BMI) of less than 25
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3. Exercise regularly: Regular physical activity can extend your lifespan. Exercising more than 150 minutes per week is best, but even small amounts of exercise can be beneficial
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4. Eat a healthy diet: Eating plenty of plant foods, nuts, and turmeric is likely to help you live longer and lower your risk of various common diseases
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5. Avoid overeating: The link between calorie intake and longevity currently generates a lot of interest
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6. Get enough sleep: Sleep is crucial for regulating cell function and helping your body heal. Regular sleeping patterns are linked to longevity
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7. Floss daily: Flossing daily can help prevent gum disease, which has been linked to heart disease and other health problems
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8. Spend time with friends: Social connections have been linked to better health and longevity
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9. Have more sex: Studies have shown that having sex can improve heart health, boost immunity, and increase longevity
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10. Spend time outdoors: Spending time in nature has been linked to better health and longevity
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It's important to note that making small changes to your lifestyle can have a big impact on your health and longevity. Even frail older adults can benefit from regular physical activity

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. Additionally, NIH's Go4Life website has tips to help older adults get and stay active

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