The Healthy Second Half
April 5, 2019 by MarkHaroldsen
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As most people know, good health is vitally important to all of us. I’ve learned over the years that there are at least 20 things you and I can do to add 20 years to our life and enjoy those years in good, or even great, health. But as you know, if you read my blog 2 weeks ago, I gave you only the first 10 of those 20 items so far. Now, here are the other 10 ways to possibly add 20 years to your life.
- Take control of you own life – take the lead and start a physical program and stick with it.
- Get red in your diet. Eat tomatoes and red veggies as these are known to reduce the likelihood of prostate cancer.
- Shake off the salt. No more than 2000 milligrams a day.
- Meditate – it’s the ultimate relaxant and takes just 20 minutes a day. It can reduce your stress level and better your life.
- Â Don’t ever eat hydrogenated oils.
- Stay out of the smog and bad air.
- Get a pet.
- Get a life partner. People with a companion live longer.
- Have a lot of sex. Large studies show more sex equals longer life.
- Drink lots of water – at least eight 8 oz. glasses every day.
And here is a bonus one to make it 21. Give to others. Give love, time, laughter, money, compliments, and appreciation. That will make you and the one you are giving to feel better and that feeling of well-being will help you both to live a longer and happier life.
But wait… there’s more! Here is another bonus list:
A Dozen More Signs and Habits for Longevity
- Drink 2 or 3 cups of green or white tea daily.
- Spend 30 minutes a day walking, biking, working out, etc.
- Don’t drink soda.
- Build your lower body strength. In other words, legs.
- Eat lots of blueberries, red grapes, red fruits, and drink small amounts of red wine.
- Control your weight. Slim is in and can keep you in the game of life longer.
- Eat no beef or very, very little.
- Stay mentally active – get a college education or equivalent.
- Relieve stress with better and more interpersonal relationships. Chronic stress weakens the immune system and ages cells faster.
- Hang out with healthy people.
- Have, and maintain, a positive outlook and a sense of purpose.
- Do good things for others and have a good strong sense of community.
That’s it! I hope these items are motivating and helpful and, if you use them, that they extend a long, healthy life for you. I also hope you share this with the ones that you love, to help them achieve a long and healthy life as well!
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