Your Health: It's a Numbers Game

Updated on 11/12/2015 at 12:25 PM

While healthcare specifics vary by individual, having a general understanding established by doctors and research can help guide your daily choices for the better. Covering topics from diet to sleep, we've rounded up a few numbers you should strive for or, at the very least, consider. Some numbers are simply a reminder, while others may surprise you. Check out the complete list below.

1 glass of wine each day can reduce the risk of heart disease, lower depression, and improve your memory.
1 dose of aspirin per day will decrease your risk of cancer.
2 is the number of dental checkups you should have each year.
2 cups of a coffee a day may help you live longer.
2 years is the time you should wait between Pap smears.
7 is the number of minutes you need to burn fat and blast calories doing a HIIT workout.
7 is the minimum number of hours of sleep you should aim for each night.
8 grams of fiber should be eaten at breakfast to help control blood sugars throughout the day.
20 minutes is when you should start powering down your electronics before bed.
28 days is the time it takes to break a bad habit.
30 minutes is the time you should wait to brush your teeth after a meal.
35 inches or smaller is the waist size women should maintain to decrease their changes of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease.
42 is the percentage of Americans expected to be obese by 2030 — stay clear with these healthy tips.
50 or above is the ideal number for normal HDL (healthy cholesterol). LDL (unhealthy cholesterol) should be under 100.
91 ounces of water a day will keep you hydrated; about 20 percent comes from food. Drink 8-9 glasses of water for the rest.
150 is the number minutes you should work out each week.
300 is the amount of extra calories often consumed by those who don't get a good night's sleep.
2,000 is the standard number of calories the FDA recommends women should consume each day.

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