Life's A Long Journey.. Live Healthy!

I have been researching some of the people, who seem to have lived outstandingly long lives, and I found one, called Thomas Parr  who is said to have lived for 152 years. Isn’t that amazing if we also live a healthy and such a long life. Everyone on this earth wish to live longer and as we all are gifted this beautiful life from god and it depends on us how long we take it. Let’s prepare a list of some great tips which can help us have control over our longevity.

Keep Smiling – It takes just a smile to change an ugly face into a lively one. Smiling is just one fun way to live longer. It takes 72 muscles to frown and only 17 to smile. Try this test: Smile. Now try to think of something negative without losing the smile. It's hard. When we smile our body is sending the rest of us a message that "Life is Good!" Stay away from depression, stress and worry by smiling.

Zzzzzzzz- Adjust your sleeping time if you are very busy. Sleeping not only makes your skin beautiful but also benefits you with more energy, better immune function, and more.

Be + –   Lets compare a person who has a positive outlook towards life and stays optimistic with the other person who gets pessimistic at situations. Who do you think would live longer? Obviously, a person with positive outlook towards life. So always be as positive as possible to live life to its fullest.

 

H₂O –   An increased intake of water will greatly enhance digestion‚ nutrient absorption‚ skin hydration‚ detoxification and virtually every aspect of better health.

Cut out the cigarettes – Everyone is aware of the potential catastrophic effect of smoking. It is better not to start at all, but the sooner a smoker quits the better it is. Quitting not only saves money, but also has added health benefits. 

Get Moving –   You don't need a formal exercise plan. I am talking here a change in lifestyle that is fundamentally active. We're designed to move. We've not meant to drive 100 meters in a car to pick up chips at the local store. Walk, do exercises/activities that you enjoy. Exercise more and loose those extra pounds from your body. Stay fit.

Snack Smarter – Everybody loves a snack now and then. However, it is necessary to have right snack full of nutrition. Apart from this, eating fresh fruits and vegetables can do wonders. It is recommended to eat at least five servings of fruit and vegetables daily.

 

We do not have control over death but what if making just a few changes in our lifestyle can help us live longer.

A recent study found that four bad behaviors—smoking, drinking too much alcohol, not exercising, and not eating enough fruits and veggies—can hustle you into an early grave, and, in effect, age you by as many as 12 years. Fortunately, you can do something to correct these and other unhealthy behaviors.  :-)