Best Things To Do To Live Longer
#14 Be Religious
Believing in god increases your lifespan. Research shows that people who attend religious services at least once a week are less likely to die than people who don't. Of course, this may just be because many who claim to be religious aren't devout...
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Sleep Matters
Sleeping more than 8 hours and less than 6.5 reduces your chances of having a long life. So if you want to live long, be sure that the amount of sleep you get is in these limits.
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Be Religious
Believing in god increases your lifespan. Research shows that people who attend religious services at least once a week are less likely to die than people who don't. Of course, this may just be because many who claim to be religious aren't devout...
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Education Matters
The more educated you are the more likely that you will live longer. Being educated means that you keep your mind always in use and that you are better able to realize the risks from leading an unhealthy life.
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Always be Positive
Always be positive about your life. Positive people tend to experience less stress in their lives, which improves their chances of having longer lifespans.
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Don't Live in a Big City
Living in a big city is bad for you. It is stressful and the levels of air pollution are very high. However, if you have no choice than at least install some air filters in your apartment.
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Don't Get Fat
Obesity is one of the greatest problems that kids face these days. Obese people die 10 years earlier that their non-obese peers. So if you have some extra fats on your belly, find the will power to turn them into a six-pack.
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Take Omega-3
Omega-3 fatty acids are extremely important for your health. Low levels of omega-3 are linked to cancer, asthma and other diseases. So if you want to live longer, don't forget to buy some Omega-3. It will also improve your concentration skills.
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Own a Pet
It is proven that people who own pets live longer. A pet will reduce the stress levels in your body. Less stress means longer lifespan.
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Drink Alcohol!
Drinking alcohol is good for you... Only drinking red wine, though! And don't binge... A glass or 2 is what you need. More than that will be harmful for you.
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Don't Smoke
Smoking is not the best thing for you if you want to live longer. Stop smoking as soon as possible. Find the will power to do it or you will later regret...
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Drink Plenty of Water
If you want to be healthy and live longer, don't forget to drink plenty of water. After all, our bodies are 80% water. Water will also help remove toxins from your body...So don't be lazy and drink at least 1.5l of water per day...
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Be Socially Active
People that have many friends and that maintain strong relationships with their families are mentally and physically healthier than those who isolate themselves. Isolation is proved to be as dangerous as smoking 15 cigarettes a day...
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Laugh
"Laughter is the best Medicine"... It turns out that this is actually true. People that tend to laugh 20 minutes a day are less prone to diseases and depressions.
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Play Sports
Play all kind of sports if you want to live longer. Sports are good for your body and mind. You don't have to run on the treadmill for hours to see the beneficial effects. 3 times a week will be enough for you...
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Meditate
Meditate! This is the best advice we can give you... You will become smarter, healthier and happier.
