Health · 23 August 2026

Geriatric doctors share 8 daily habits for living longer and healthier

Experts say that even small lifestyle changes can have huge benefits for your health and longevity at any age. They suggest prioritising exercise, like walking or gardening, and trying tai chi to reduce falls and improve brain function. Also, protecting your hearing, addressing vision loss, eating a Mediterranean diet, avoiding tobacco, and limiting alcohol intake are all crucial for healthy ageing.

By BriefTea Editorial · 23 August 2026 at 8:34

Reported by HuffPost UK · How we write briefs

Get the app

Understand this story

Why are doctors called 'geriatric'? How does exercise help you live longer? What is 'healthy ageing'?

More briefs

WorldUS brain fungus cases quadruple in two years Health82% of therapists say normal emotions are now 'illnesses' HealthScience Corp implants PRIMA vision chip in first Stargardt patient, who reads a word HealthTwo HRT patch brands, Estradot and FemSeven Conti, are in short supply WorldIndonesia Tests Dry Ice to Clear Toxic Wildfire Haze PoliticsMore Seven-Year-Olds Than 50-Year-Olds Get Disability Benefits More health stories → Browse all stories →