An academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences shared his observations regarding longevity with Russians.
According to the expert, a healthy lifestyle is the key to prolonging life by at least 20 years.
Leo Bokeria made this statement at a press conference dedicated to the international campaign “10 thousand steps to life”, RIA Novosti reports.
September 29 is World Heart Day, and this event is dedicated to this day.
Earlier, Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko shared updated statistics on mortality in Russia related to heart disease.
He noted that over the past 5 years, Russians have become 22% less likely to die from myocardial infarction and 14% less likely to die from the consequences of stroke.
As Bokeria emphasized, a healthy heart is the key to longevity. And following the principles of a healthy lifestyle helps to maintain its health.
The expert believes that if you give up bad habits and also play sports, you can help not only your hematopoietic system.
A healthy lifestyle is the reason why people can live 20 years longer than those who do not adhere to the principles of a healthy lifestyle.
