Many of the things we have thought of in the past as being bad or unhealthy, when used in moderation, are actually good for us. The message coming out of the data is that we might all need to lighten up, loosen up and enjoy ourselves a little more in order to live a long and healthy life.
ALCOHOL: As it turns out, moderate intake of alcohol can provide significant health benefits. Drinking increases "good" HD cholesterol, reduces factors in blood that make it more likely to clot, and may directly affect blood vessels, keeping their linings smooth and pliable and thus less vulnerable to atherosclerosis.
CHOCOLATE: A reliable number of studies have shown that chocolate improves blood flow through arteries that supply the heart and brain.
SEX: A satisfying sex life between mature, consenting adults is one of the keys to emotional happiness. What's more, the absence of human touch and intimacy is thought to be one of the primary contributors to poor emotional health and personal imbalance.
SLEEP: Often criticized and minimized by the greatest and most productive generation, it turns out that good sleep hygiene is essential to health and well-being.
SOCIAL LIFE: Studies show that people who spend time in social activities with others are happier and healthier.
COFFEE: It has been found that moderate coffee consumption is related to a lower risk of heart attack and a lowered chance of diabetes. More startling is the recent finding that it may even help prevent the occurrence of Parkinson's disease, dementia and Alzheimer's.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
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