Which are lifestyle habits that have been shown to decrease morbidity and mortality? (Select all that apply.)
a. Sleeping 7 to 8 hours daily
b. Eating breakfast
c. Eating between meals
d. Vigorous daily physical activity
e. Maintaining full-time employment
ANS: A, B
Sleeping 7 to 8 hours daily and eating breakfast have been shown to decrease morbidity and mortality. Eating between meals is discouraged and regular exercise, not vigorous exercise, is encouraged. Maintaining full-time employment is not related to a change in morbidity or mortal-ity rates.
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