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How to Stay Youthful and Live Longer
SLEEP-Many people view sleep as an activity for the lazy but unless you sleep excessively research has proved that otherwise.This is because sleep has the ability to lower stress hormones,bolster memory,reduce weight,keep the heart healthy and improve the body's immunity.Aim for seven hours of sleep a day,no more no less.
SIP RED WINE:Red grape wine has been proved as one of the healthiest alcoholic beverages because it has due to unique antioxidant components which help slow cell aging throughout the body,the product found on grape skin and seeds prevents the formation of blood clots.It has also been proved to lower the risk of death by coronary disease.and many other illnesses.A daily glass of red wine can boost life expectancy by five years.
LET IT GO!-Holding onto the past is a source of great misery to a lot of people,your past does not have to define your present and your future.Let the past remain in the past and start enjoying your present and look forward to your future.Forgive anyone who hurt you,not for their sake but for your own wellbeing.Remember forgiveness is not a weakness but a mark of strength and of maturity and wisdom.
KEEP A PET-It is a fact that pet owners pay fewer visits to the hospital and are less likely to suffer from depression.Seeing and stroking the pet after a long day is usually very satisfying.
TAKE DANCING CLASSES-Take dancing classes that consist of a series of salsa,merengue,cumbia and hiphop. Dancing sessions stimulate the brain to produce the chemical dopamine which acts as antidepressant,together with endorphins the feel good chemicals that give you a natural high.
LAUGH MORE-Find the funny in situations because laughter indeed is the best medicine,let out a deep belly laugh and see the difference it makes to your attitude and body,remember it will also give you less wrinkles compared to when frowning.
ACCEPT YOURSELF-Stop comparing yourself to others and also accept others as they are,take time for yourself and simply indulge and do things that you enjoy.
STEP OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE-Do something you have always wanted to do,climb that mountain,quit that boring job,or go on a fun trip
RELIGION-People who attend religious services at least once a week are 35 %more likely to live longer than those who do not.Therefore do not neglect your spiritual side.