Nowadays we have systematic proof that the following will add numerous additional healthy & active years to your life.

1/- Friendship

That is correct, ordinary simple friendship. Having close, loving, caring companions in your family and/or outside your family helps relieve stress & makes your life feel more valuable. I mean the sort of people you can share intimate things with; both your highs & your lows.

2/- A Good Night’s Sleep

A regular good night’s rest does wonders. When you have a good full night’s sleep, both your body & your mind can process the day’s activities & get you ready for tomorrow.

3/- Exercise

Exercising is good because it gets your heart pumping & your blood circulating. This means that food nutrients & oxygen are delivered to your cells & waste products are removed. Both are necessary for great health.

4/- Avoid Cigarettes & Drugs

Cigarettes & drugs do zilch to help your body or your mind in the long term. They tax your body & make it work more than it otherwise should.

5/- Alcohol in Moderation

Alcohol in excess has a real dangerous effect on the body over time nonetheless good quality table wine or lager in moderation can actually have a positive & healthy effect on the body but make sure you keep it in balance. If you can not keep it in balance then it’s best to avoid it altogether.

6/- Have Fun

Laughter, fun, smiling & happiness have a terrific effect on your long term health. It alleviates tension & helps you to make good positive decisions in all that you do.

7/- Be Inventive with Vegetables

Most folks don’t eat enough veggies & not just vegetables but raw veggies. They are a great source of nutrition & enzymes & are High Energy Foods. There are many books around these days that show how to make good tasting meals using raw vegetables.

8/- Green Tea

Regular drinking of green tea has been shown to reduce the risk of heart problems. It is also popular among the people of Okinawa who experience great longevity.

9/- Sexual Satisfaction

Sexual satisfaction 2 or 3 times per week with the “someone” you’re in love with dissipates lots of tension & causes you to feel cared for. Tests have well proven that it will add several years to your life.

10/- Eat Healthy Fats

Healthy fats or essential fatty acids are necessary for ideal health. They are found in nuts, fish, olive oil, flax seed oil & cod liver oil. Ensure you add these to your diet.

Incorporate as many of these things in your everyday life & you’ll live a longer, more healthy, more active & happier life. You can add up to fifteen years to your life.

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