A recent study found that Americans aged 50+ who had never smoked, were not obese, and consumed alcohol moderately had a life expectancy that was seven years longer than the average US adult aged 50+. What is your personal preference?

A recent study found that Americans aged 50+ who had never smoked, were not obese, and consumed alcohol moderately had a life expectancy that was seven years longer than the average US adult aged 50+. What is your personal preference? Published on July 26, 2017 → Survey conducted on July 26, 2017 on 5163 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

I’d rather moderate my consumption habits to increase my chances of living longer

64%

I’d rather eat and drink what I want, even if that decreases my chances of living longer

21%

Not sure

15%

I’d rather moderate my consumption habits to increase my chances of living longer

64%

I’d rather eat and drink what I want, even if that decreases my chances of living longer

21%

Not sure

15%

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