What sort of lifestyle changes should I adopt as a New Year’s resolution if I want to be healthier this year? I am 52 years old and an office worker.—edgar_enf33@gmail.com At present, the leading causes of death and disability worldwide for middle-aged people like you are heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, obesity, and arthritis. These are brought on by the interplay of various genetic and environmental factors. That is why most people think they are difficult to prevent but the truth is, studies have consistently shown that there are only a handful of major risk factors for these conditions, namely, smoking, unhealthy diet, and sedentary lifestyle. Hence, if you want a healthier you in 2016, all you need to do is these three things: Stop smoking (if you’re a smoker), eat healthy, and exercise. Smoking is no doubt the most harmful habit man has ever created. It causes cancer, not [...]
