Secrets to LONGEVITY

These changes might be small, but experts say they can make a big difference to how you look ― and feel - later in life

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While it's an indisputable fact that our bodies change as we age, that doesn't mean our health needs to suffer. Beyond clocking enough shuteye, staying active and eating your five-plus a day of fruit and veg, there are plenty of other things you can do to ensure you're comfortable and content in your golden years. “A healthy lifestyle has long been recognised as the most effective way to maintain health and fight ageing,” explains naturopath Sandra Villella.

“Research shows maintaining adequate nutrition, moderate exercise and a good mental state can effectively delay ageing.”

By implementing these easy-to-action tweaks, you can keep both body and brain in good form for a longer, healthier life.

Prioritise regular health checks

When it comes to many chronic conditions, early detection is key. Screening programmes are important because they pick up issues even if you're not showing any signs or symptoms. So even if you feel healthy, it's wise to keep up to date with your checkups.