For most young women who juggle between their career, family and friends, their health becomes an afterthought. More often than not, it’s the smart, educated women who put off visiting the doctor, even when it should be high on the priority list. You may be hail and hearty, but there are still some health mistakes all women make at some point in their lives. Read on to see if you are making them too. Not getting enough sleep. Sleep deprivation has long-term effects that go far beyond waking up with that groggy feeling. We all know that we need 7 to 10 hours of sleep, but what many of us don't know is that women need more sleep than men. So ladies, make sure you get ample nap time.

Or, not working out at all.

You may be young and agile now, but if you want to be fit at 50, it is important to exercise those muscles. Without proper exercise, your body will age sooner than it should. Exercise boosts immunity, so without it, you will be more susceptible to diseases.

Spending too many hours at work.

Most of the jobs these days are sedentary. But long working hours not only contribute to poor physical health but also emotional stress. Work-life balance may be difficult to achieve, but it is every bit worth it.