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1 The following lifestyle factor has been scientifically shown to be as potent a risk factor for premature death as smoking:

  • Lack of grounding
  • Sun avoidance

    An estimated 12 percent of all U.S. deaths may be linked to inadequate sun exposure, and sun avoidance is as potent a risk factor for death as smoking. Learn more.

  • Electromagnetic field exposure
  • Having a body mass index below 35

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