Simple ways to help you live longer

Doctors share lifestyle changes that could add years to your life

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We all want to enjoy long and healthy lives, but the latest research doesn't paint a pretty picture. England's life expectancy improvements have slowed, research from the University of East Anglia found, lagging well behind other European countries.

Researchers blame higher heart disease and cancer risks, worsened by poor diets and inactivity.

The pursuit of longevity can seem daunting - full of strict diets, exercise routines and expensive treatments.

But incorporating a few small changes into your everyday routine could add years to your life.

1 Build strength and keep your heart fit

Building strength and keeping your heart fit are essential components of a healthy lifestyle. While they may seem like separate goals, they are deeply interconnected and work together to improve overall wellbeing.

"Muscle is metabolic currency - the more you have, the better your resilience against ageing," says Dr Tamsin Lewis, the longevity doctor from Wellgevity.