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Harvard Medical School offers a straightforward answer: lifestyle matters. While genetics account for roughly 25% of the variation in how long we live, the remaining 75% is largely shaped by how we care for our bodies and minds. Harvard's guidance is familiar but powerful — eat well, stay physically active, don't smoke, limit alcohol consumption, sleep enough, stay hydrated, maintain social connections and cultivate optimism.
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Don't allow yourself to get discouraged ... healthy can be fun and rewarding.
No one wants to make changes. It is difficult and the culture around us does not support healthy choices. Everywhere we go, we are hit with unhealthy choices and all of this works against us when it comes to remaining healthy and choosing a healthy lifestyle over an (more fun) unhealthy one. That is why it is so important for all of us here to encourage each other to make the changes we all know we need to make.
How much can lifestyle changes really impact heart disease outcomes?
You're absolutely right that lifestyle matters tremendously for heart health. Research shows that about 80 percent of premature heart disease deaths can be prevented through lifestyle modifications. Even if you have genetic risk factors for heart disease Show Full Answer
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