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The key to a long, happy and prosperous life is, of course,
good health. While we may be pre-destined to certain conditions
or diseases, there are definitely things we can do to ward off
illness and stay healthy for as long as possible. Here are five
simple tips that anyone can do to help you live a long life full
of good health.
1. Don’t smoke, and if you do quit immediately. Smoking is
perhaps the most preventable and avoidable cause of many
debilitating and fatal diseases and conditions. Besides
damaging the lungs, smoking also does considerable,
irreversible damage to the heart as well as other organs of the
body, including even the skin, not to mention the high risk of
several types of cancer.
2. Drink in moderation
Studies have shown that drinking in moderation, meaning no more
than one drink per day, can have a protective effect on the body
depending on the type of alcohol consumed. Red wine, for
instance, has been shown to have a positive effect on the heart
while distilled spirits such as vodkas and bourbons may increase
a person’s risk of developing certain cancers.
3. Eat healthy
An overwhelming percentage of the population is either
overweight or obese. A simple, yet sensible eating plan coupled
with regular exercise is the absolute best way to lose weight,
keep it off and stay healthy for the rest of your life. There
are no “quick fixes” when it comes to good health and diets
that are high in fat and cholesterol are linked with diseases
such as diabetes and cancer.
4. Exercise regularly
After consulting with your doctor the two of you can determine
what level of exercise is the best for you. It’s important to
remember that more is not necessarily better, particularly if
you are just starting to exercise or have had an otherwise
sedentary lifestyle. A gradual increase in your work-outs will
also increase your level of endurance for the best long-term
results.
Here are some simple exercises that are excellent for losing
weight, getting in shape and maintaining good health while
strengthening your heart at the same time.
- Walking: Almost anyone can do it and brisk walking can burn a
few hundred calories per hour.
- Running: While not for beginners, running is an excellent
form of cardio exercise as it increases lung capacity,
strengthens the heart and burns many calories.
- Swimming: This full-body exercise is easy on the joints but
still burns calories and strengthens the heart as well as the
muscles.
- Bicycling: Either indoors or out, bicycling is a great
exercise to help you stay healthy as it burns calories,
increases endurance, builds leg strength, and strengthens the
heart and lungs.
5. Make time to relax
Stress and tension can lead to serious health problems if they
are not dealt with in a productive manner. Research has proved
that those with a Type-A personality or those who are prone to
stress or anger are far more likely to suffer from
heart-related illnesses as well as a host of other detrimental
conditions.
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