Longevity Tip: Have More Fun!

Written by Kathryn Savage

Have more sex
Sex releases an assortment of hormones that may play a vital role in stress reduction. Sex also creates intimacy in a relationship and reinforces other positive bonds between a couple. For this reason, sex may prevent against isolation and depression which can lead to stress. Some studies suggest that men who have frequent orgasms may have a 50 percent reduction in mortality.

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Exercise is a important factor in living a long, healthy life. Want 15 new ways to make exercise fun? Bust out the hula hoop, start shaking it in the shower and check out 13 more fun exercise tips here.

Drink red wine
There are a host of beneficial reasons to hit the bottle. Among the reasons that top the charts are the high flavonoid count. Flavanoids are a type of polyphenol, and a vital antioxidant. Red wine also contains Resveratrol which may limit tumor growth and potentially prevent cancer. The alcohol is beneficial, along with the antioxidants, because it helps lower cholesterol.

Be Positive
Positivity is shown to have a surprisingly, um...positive affect on longevity. Stanford Universities Longevity Center released a report that the human brain may actually casts events in a more positive light as we age.

Relax
While stress causes harmful effects like inflammation, relaxation aids our bodies in healing and feeling great. Like the importance of a good nights rest when you catch a cold, practicing relaxation techniques like meditation when you're feeling healthy may help your body stay stronger, longer.

Most importantly, remember to have fun!
Enjoyment is an important factor at any stage of life. Especially when we age, it is important to remember to savor the moment and enjoy time spent with family and friends. Finding a hobby and a hobby partner is another great way to keep having fun.

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written by melinda008, September 25, 2008

yes , I agree with all..unfortunately we all get in a rut at times and hard to get out. however your excerpt does put all in prespective. thank you

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written by Bob Day, July 23, 2008

Kathryn, I couldn't agree more as to how essential I feel having fun is in terms both related to longevity and quality of life. It doesn't always come easy, but let us hope that all people may be able to enjoy some fun in one way or another from time to time and that in time, we'll all have a portion of bounty in it that we can share with one another.

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