Do yoga. It is proven that yoga exercises help to reduce blood pressure, normalize cardiac activity, develop flexibility, and save from stress.
Stop smoking. One in two smokers dies because of this bad habit. Do I need to add something?
Avoid stressful situations. A little stress does not hurt, but if it turns into a long-term exhausting state, it is harmful not only to the psyche but also to the body as a whole. Stress increases blood pressure and causes many digestive problems, leading to premature aging of the immune system.
Do not abuse wine. Wine lovers live longer because wine contains antioxidants that help reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol and protect against diseases of the cardiovascular system. But alcohol abuse increases the risk of laryngeal cancer and can lead to the destruction of the liver and kidneys.
Use dental floss or a toothpick. Doctors have established a clear relationship between gum disease, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. Recent studies have shown that people with gum disease are 3 times more likely to suffer from atherosclerosis, a narrowing of blood vessels that causes a heart attack or stroke.
Control your weight. With every extra kilogram, you lose several months of your life. Obesity causes the death of 30,000 people every year. However, some scientists claim that it happens only when obesity comes with smoking.
Get a pet. Australian scientists have studied more than 11,000 people and found that pet owners are much healthier than those who do not keep animals. The care, affection, and warmth that you give to your wards are emotions. They have a beneficial effect on our condition. They help to reduce blood pressure, prevent the development of stress and shorten the recovery period even after serious illnesses.
Visit the dentist regularly. Dentists can recognize the first signs of oral cancer. Between visits, check your mouth for non-healing wounds, and white or red pimples on the lip, mouth, or throat. Think about whether you are experiencing pain or difficulty in swallowing and chewing.
Don’t stop there. The more successfully you achieve your goals, the more chances you have to keep healthy. As long-term research has shown, winners and laureates of major international competitions and festivals live longer than their colleagues who have never been awarded such prizes. But even modest achievements have a positive effect on health.
More optimism. Danish researchers have proved that optimists have a 55% lower risk of developing serious diseases than pessimists.
Get enough sleep. Depriving yourself of full sleep, accelerate the aging process and also increase the risk of developing age-related chronic diseases.
Battle depression. Depression affects one in five people. And serious depression can become a real killer. Its symptoms are frequent tears, fatigue, feelings of guilt and helplessness, lack of motivation, anxiety, low self-esteem, sleep problems, loss of desire, mental pain and suffering, food consumption – more or less than usual, and loss of interest in life.
Beware of diabetes. You may be one of a million people suffering from type 2 diabetes and not knowing about it. Diabetes will help to identify a normal blood test. Symptoms: unquenchable thirst, frequent toilet visits, weight gain, fatigue.
Do not forget about the massage. Regular massage can improve blood circulation, accelerate the recovery process after illness, increase muscle tone, and improve overall well-being.
Do not overfill. Some researchers claim that too much sleep can lead to depression and deterioration of mental activity.
Keep working. People working in retirement are healthier and more cheerful than those who have retired.
Laugh more often. Laughter improves blood circulation as effectively as many physical exercises. It reduces the level of stress hormones and also promotes the production of endorphins that lift the mood.
Drink more water. Your body needs it even more than food. 8 large glasses of liquid a day will help your body get rid of toxins.
Live an active social life. Scientists say that it is even more important than physical exercise. People who maintain strong ties with friends have a more stable immune system, and mental activity, and in general, they live longer than less sociable people.
Become a volunteer. American studies have shown that people who voluntarily helped others and participated in various social actions had an improvement in their physical well-being and mental activity.
Sex is good physical exercise and also helps the production of endorphins. Recent studies have shown that it helps the growth hormones that stimulate the immune system.
Eat chocolate. Just make sure that it has a high percentage of cocoa content. It contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant that reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
