TIP #1 DAILY WORKOUTS
Regular exercise can increase physical health. A recent study shows that daily exercise adds 3.7 years to our lives.
TIP#2 NOT SMOKING
It is common knowledge that smoking is bad for health. Findings have shown that the mortality rate of middle-aged heavy smokers were cut by half once they have decided to quit smoking.
TIP #3 OWNING PETS
Several studies have shown that owning a pet lowers a person’s blood pressure, increases self-esteem in children, decreases the mortality rates of heart attack victims, decreases cholesterol, decreases depression, relieves stress and increase family happiness. Research predicts that those owning pets may add 7 years to their lives.
TIP #4 EATING WISELY
A number of studies have already confirmed that certain foods have positive impact on our lifespan. With a little planning and discipline it is possible to incorporate a good range of healthy food into our diet, and minimize unhealthy food.
TIP#5 HAVING GOOD FRIENDS
An Australian study has shown that those who had the most close friends ended up living the longest. This is because friends can increase a person’s well-being through lower stress, less boredom and reduced sadness.
TIP#6 LAUGHING
Laughter is a natural medicine, with the ability to decrease stress-related hormones, boost immune system, regulate blood pressure, and increase the flow of blood and oxygen.
TIP#7 BEING NICE AND POSITIVE
Being positive and cheerful, and maintaining an optimistic outlook can add years to life, and life to years. Recent studies found that older men with angry and hostile personalities are more likely to die before those who engaged in smoking and drinking.
TIP#8 MEDITATING
Meditating can reduce stress and reduce pain, lower blood pressure and facilitate positive emotions to the brain. It also promotes mental clarity.
TIP#9 RELAXATION
Taking time to relax is great for both the body and mind. It has calming effect and is excellent for dealing with stress.
TIP#10 DOING YOGA
Yoga has been shown to relax the mind as it trains the brain to focus on the present moment and promotes clarity of the mind. It improves blood flow and relaxes the body.
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