Data from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) shows that living habits have a big impact on each person's life expectancy. A study of 1,000 people in developed countries around the world showed that the common point of people with low life expectancy is that they have unhealthy living habits before going to bed.
Chronic sleep deprivation
The habit of staying up late and lack of sleep is one of the leading causes of low life expectancy. When the body does not get enough rest, the immune system will weaken, increasing the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity.
Eating unhealthy food before going to bed
Eating too much or eating foods rich in sugar and fat in the evening puts a burden on the digestive system, easily leading to weight gain, digestive disorders, and difficulty sleeping.
Use of electronic devices
The habit of using phones, tablets, or watching TV before going to bed reduces sleep quality because the blue light from these devices inhibits the production of melatonin - a hormone that regulates sleep.
Stress and anxiety before bed
People who are often anxious, stressed, and think a lot before going to bed will have difficulty relaxing and are prone to insomnia. This causes negative effects on mental and physical health.
