There isn't a direct link between having healthy joints and living longer. But poor joint health has a wide-reaching impact on both the quality and the length of your life.

If your joints are stiff and painful, your mobility drops. Lower mobility means you can't exercise as much, and less exercise puts you at greater risk of chronic conditions like heart disease while weakening your immune system. Joint pain and the low mobility that comes with it also affect mental wellbeing, as you become more isolated and less able to do the things you want to do.

Three things you can do now

When it comes to joint health, prevention is easier than cure.

Low impact exercise. Swimming or cycling lets you build strength and heart health without putting pressure on your joints.

Resistance training. Increasing muscle strength gives your joints a natural shock absorber.

Calcium and vitamin D. These nutrients strengthen your bones and give your ligaments, tendons, and muscles a stable anchor.

The scale of the problem

Over 528 million people worldwide live with osteoarthritis, and 73% of them are over 55.

One more thing to try

Hydrate to lubricate. Drinking plenty of water keeps your cartilage elastic and your joints well lubricated. Aim for 1.5 to 2 litres every day.

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