We all know the mantra - to live longer we need to eat more fruit and veg, take regular exercise, drink in moderation and cut out cigarettes.
Then last week the World Cancer Research Fund declared that we also need to give up bacon, pork chops and salt. Thankfully, there are other, less tedious ways to add years to your life. Here, the Mail shows you how...
FLOSS DAILY
Flossing daily is a cheap and potent weapon against heart attacks and strokes.
That's because common problems such as gum disease (gingivitis), cavities and missing teeth are linked to heart disease.
They are a risk factor for strokes and heart attacks in the same way as high cholesterol levels.
Experts don't yet know why the link is so strong but one theory is that bacteria in the mouth stick to the fatty plaques in the bloodstream, directly contributing to blockages.
Dr Michael Roizen, a bestselling American author and expert on anti-ageing, says keeping oral bacteria at bay could add 6.4 years to a person's life.
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