India, Dec. 20 -- Your 20s are often spent building careers, chasing goals, and enjoying newfound freedom, but this is also the decade when lifelong health patterns are formed. Many everyday habits that feel harmless now can quietly increase the risk of serious illnesses later in life. From what you eat and drink to how you sleep and manage stress, small choices can have a lasting impact.

Dr Saadvik Raghuram Y, medical oncologist, Arete Hospital, Hyderabad, shares in his December 2 Instagram post 5 things you should stop doing in your 20s to reduce your risk of cancer. (Also read: Pune nutritionist shares 5 foods you should avoid this winter to stay healthy and fit: Chyawanprash, amla candy and more )

"Your 20s feel invincible, but your...