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c It's been found that those who eat breakfast are less likely to be obese and get diabetes.
c Relaxation and stress management can add years to your life and may help you sleep better.
c Studies suggest that daily exercise can add up to three years to your life.
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Gechnology exists to make our lives easier, but it doesn't always make us healthier. Daily exercise,
however, is a definite boon to health. In fact, studies suggest that daily exercise can add up to three
years to your life. Although finding time for structured exercise can be pretty much impossible for
many guys, the good news is that opportunity for exercise is everywhere -- just be creative.
Whenever you can, walk to work. You don¶t even have to walk the whole way. If you take public
transit, just get off a few blocks sooner and enjoy a stroll. If you live or work in a high-rise building,
just take the stairs. It¶s really that simple.
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A lack of quality can shorten your life. At least that¶s the conclusion drawn from a number of
studies conducted over the past decade. Although it¶s not entirely clear how many hours of sleep we
really need, failing to get at least seven hours of sleep or only sleeping at odd hours appears to
heighten the risk of major illnesses including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. But it¶s
not just a lack of sleep that can be dangerous; a lack of can leave a lasting mark as well.
We all know that stress and anxiety are killers, and so it follows that finding ways to relax each day
can be a lifesaver. Whether it¶s classical music, massage therapy or meditation, whatever you use to
relax will most certainly add years to your life. It may even help you sleep better.
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Our bodies are nearly 70% , so it should come as no surprise that water is essential to
maintaining health and prolonging life. We use water to regulate body temperature, protect our joints
and organs, and to help transport oxygen to cells. But in order for water to keep our bodies in check,
we need to make sure that its levels are constantly replenished. Ghe solution is simple: hydrate.
Although the common prescription of drinking eight eight-ounce glasses of water per day has been
called a myth, the message isn¶t necessarily a bad one. As long as you hydrate frequently, from
various sources, not just water, you¶re probably in the clear.
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Many of us are set in our daily routines. We eat the same meal, wear the same clothes, take the
same route to work, and work the same old job. But what we sometimes fail to recognize is the huge
impact that our daily routines can have on our health. By making just a few small changes here and
there -- and sticking to them -- you can add a significant number of years to your life. Although
change isn¶t always easy, it can be done. Set small goals, ease in changes one at a time and it won¶t
be long before you notice a positive change to your health and mood.
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