Eliminate Stress
You have probably heard this before. Stress
is a key contributor to poor
health. Study after study has found that when a person is
stressed, the
body reacts. The result of stress could be high-blood
pressure, tension
headaches, upset stomachs, poor posture, and so on. Keeping
stress in
check will help you manage your overall health much better.
Sleep
Does sleep really affect health? You bet it
does. During sleep, your body is
resting and recovering from all the work is has done
throughout the day.
Your serotonin levels are brought back in line, your muscles
relax, and mind
is allowed to clear itself in preparation for the next day.
If you are not
getting the proper amount of sleep, you will notice it in a
physical way.
While there is no magic number, usually between six and
eight hours a
night is appropriate. If you have difficulty getting to
sleep, before you climb
into bed, try Yoga, listening to soft, relaxing music, a
glass of wine, or if you
can talk someone into it, a good massage.
Laugh it Off
The medical field has proven that laughter
actually works with your body
toward good health. Have you ever heard the expression,
“Laughter is the
best medicine”? The truth is, when you laugh, several
positive things
happen. Your muscles relax; stress hormone product is
reduced; you
forget about pain; your body’s immune system is improved;
high-blood
pressure is lowered; the heart and lungs are strengthened;
and overall, you
feel better!
Young at Heart
Regardless of your age, if you start acting
too old, you will actually not
benefit yourself at all. Studies have shown that people who
act old, feel old,
and can actually suffer from problems before their time. Do
not be afraid to
be youthful, within reason. The next time you see a man in
his seventies
running a marathon or a woman keeping up in aerobic class,
you can see
that by refusing to give into age, they are healthier and
live much longer
lives.
Attitude
A negative attitude can have a negative
impact on your health just as a
positive attitude can affect your health in a positive
manner. Living well has
a direct correlation with a positive outlook. Keep smiling
and try to find the
good in life, even when things are tough.
Make Time for Intimacy
If you are married, be sure to make time for
intimacy in your relationship.
Sex is a great stress reducer and keeps a marriage happy.
Sex is healthy
act that should be enjoyed.
Some like it Hot
Hot, spicy foods that contain curry,
chilies, or other hot peppers such ascayenne, help to trigger endorphins. These hormones are what
makepeople feel good and well balanced. In fact, endorphins are
like a natural morphine that helps ease pain and provide a sense of well
being. The next time you are feeling a little down or have
some minor pain, try eating something spicy. |
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