"5 Expert-Recommended Tips for Extending Your Lifespan"

Associate Epidemiology Professor Hassan Vally from Deakin University outlines five key lifestyle changes to extend lifespan and improve health: adopting a plant-based diet, maintaining a healthy weight, engaging in regular physical activity, avoiding smoking and vaping, and fostering social connections. These practices contribute to reducing the risk of chronic diseases, improving mental health, and enhancing overall well-being. Additionally, owning a dog may further increase longevity by promoting physical activity and providing social support.