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Small Changes: Extend Life by Up to One Year

1/17/2026

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Small lifestyle changes can significantly extend longevity, according to a University of Sydney study.
The study tracked 59,078 participants for eight years and linked sleep, diet, and activity to longer, healthier lives.
Five minutes more sleep, two minutes more exercise, and an extra half-serving of vegetables could extend life by one year.
Experts say even modest adjustments yield substantial health benefits, challenging the notion that drastic lifestyle changes are necessary.

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Small lifestyle changes can significantly extend longevity, according to a University of Sydney study.
The study tracked 59,078 participants for eight years and linked sleep, diet, and activity to longer, healthier lives.
Five minutes more sleep, two minutes more exercise, and an extra half-serving of vegetables could extend life by one year.
Experts say even modest adjustments yield substantial health benefits, challenging the notion that drastic lifestyle changes are necessary.