How Does Obesity Affect Lung Cancer
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While maintaining good health habits cannot guarantee a longer life, it can certainly improve the quality of your life. The following few simple factors, if practiced regularly, can help minimize the risk of illness and enrich life:
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Exercise regularly - Avoid smoking and drug abuse
- Drink no more than a moderate amount alcohol, if any (don't drink any alcohol if you have a history...
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