5 habits that reduce life expectancy

Driving for more than 30 minutes can cause sudden increases and decreases in blood sugar and blood pressure, increase anxiety and depression, thereby shortening your life span.

People often try to practice moderate eating habits, exercise regularly, and strive to balance life and work with the aim of prolonging life. However, few people know that sitting in a car for more than 30 minutes or the habit of over-exercising, retiring early... also reduces human life expectancy.

1. Sitting in a car for more than 30 minutes

Driving during rush hour is linked to sudden changes in blood sugar levels, blood pressure and increased anxiety, depression and feelings of dissatisfaction with life, according to a study by a team of scientists from the UK Office for National Statistics.

Studies have shown that skin cancer caused by UV rays also threatens drivers and passengers, and car windows do not block all of these rays. Therefore, the advice is to find a job close to home to avoid long driving distances. If this is difficult, arrange your driving time to avoid rush hour or sunny weather.

In case you have to sit in a car for a long time, try to breathe deeply to minimize the effects of stress on the body. In addition, drivers should wear sunglasses and equip the car with anti-UV glass to reduce the risk of radiation exposure by 99%.

Driving makes you susceptible to stress, sudden changes in blood sugar levels, affecting your life expectancy. Photo: Womensday.

2. Worry a lot

Women tend to worry about many things at once, and this habit actually shortens their lifespan. A recent study found that the way you react to stress, even about small problems, affects your health. “Excessive worrying will have negative effects on health. Chronic stress is the leading cause of premature death,” warns Dr. Carolyn Aldwin, of Oregon State University.

To prevent this, Aldwin recommends keeping things in perspective. “Set a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the point of war. What is your problem? Consider whether you are worrying too much and causing yourself unnecessary stress,” Aldwin suggests.

3. Retire early

Knowing the dangers of stress has some people thinking about retiring early. Researchers at Harvard Medical School found that in the first year of retirement, 40% of people are likely to have a heart attack.

A 2013 French study also found that delaying retirement reduces the risk of dementia by 3% each year. Scientists explain that mental activity at work protects the brain better than letting it rest completely.

Advice: Instead of quitting your job to retire early, consider working part-time or volunteering. According to a recent study on “Aging and Well-Being” by the Brookings Institution, people who work past retirement age are happier and more satisfied with their health than those who retire early.

4. Excessive exercise

Research shows that overtraining in athletes is linked to tooth decay. They often suffer from dry mouth, a lack of saliva, which increases the amount of bacteria in the mouth. There is a link between periodontal disease and heart disease, and bacteria that thrive in the mouth can damage the cardiovascular system.

Tips for you when exercising, to avoid dry mouth should chew gum and drink plenty of water. In addition, avoid sugary drinks, and regularly visit the dentist to prevent tooth decay.

5. No friends at work

Sitting in an office all day is bad for your health, but not having relationships with your coworkers is even worse. A study published in the American Psychological Association found that people who lack a support system at work have a higher risk of death than those who have good relationships with their coworkers.

According to VnExpress