United States - activities shortening life expectancy 2013 | Statista

This statistic shows the results of a survey among Americans in 2013 on which activity they think would shorten their life expectancy. 52 percent of respondents stated they think more exercise would extend their life expectancy.

Which, if any, of the following activities do you think are likely to shorten your life expectancy?

Characteristic	Share of respondents
Smoking	52%
Obesity	41%
Stress	34%
Lack of exercise	23%
Drinking alcohol	20%
Genetically transmitted diseases	13%
Depression	13%
Pollution	12%
Not getting enough sleep	12%
Genetically modified food	10%
Not having enough money	9%
Sitting too much	8%
Being alone	6%
Feeling unfulfilled	3%
Eating meat	3%
Not eating enough	3%
Living in the city	2%
Having kids	1%
Other	2%
Not sure	6%

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Release date

July 2013

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Region

United States

Survey time period

July 12-15, 2013

Number of respondents

1,035 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

Method of interview

Omnibus survey

Supplementary notes

Respondents were asked to select up to three options.

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