Millions of people could prevent their illness or early death. There are simple measures for a longer and healthier life on earth. Here are some of them. We realize that a longer life depends mainly on ourselves.
At the beginning of the last century, the top killers were infectious diseases - pneumonia, influenza, tuberculosis, diarrhea, diphtheria. They were responsible for a third of all deaths. Today, thanks to medical progress, hygienic and other public health measures, these diseases are at the bottom of the list of dangerous diseases. Today, the main killers are atherosclerosis and cancer, which account for as much as 75 percent of non-accident deaths in adults.
However, a reasonable, cautious and alert individual can do more to protect himself from these diseases than a doctor can do. Knowing this gives us an incentive to be less fatalistic and to take better care of ourselves.
Let's go to regular medical check-ups
It is our first investment in future health. In this way, the first symptoms of many diseases can be removed and preventive measures can be taken immediately. This is especially important in a critical age group.
Don't ignore the symptoms
When the first, early symptoms of any kind appear (persistent cough, lump in the breast, vaginal bleeding, etc.) it is reasonable to go to the doctor immediately. That early visit to the doctor often means the difference between living in fear of a disease that may not exist at all and taking appropriate measures, if it is indeed present. Unfortunately, a large number of people tend to ignore the first symptoms.
If you are overweight, steadily reduce it every year
Most people think it's normal to gain weight as they get older. A dangerous misconception! It's good to keep in mind that fat people usually don't live to old age!
Stop smoking
Doctors who actually know tobacco best give it up! Nicotine strongly constricts blood vessels, with disastrous consequences for the heart, blood circulation in the legs and numerous other complications in the body (lung cancer, chronic bronchitis, emphysema).
Be careful with alcohol
The average person does not notice how quickly alcohol destroys. Alcoholic beverages contain a lot of calories, which are often not taken into account when calculating the total daily calories consumed. Over time, in a certain number of cases, fat builds up in the liver and leads straight to cirrhosis - a cause of early, preventable death. Heavy drinkers may be unaware of the fact that the liver can be damaged for a long time without showing symptoms.
Regular physical activity is essential
Physical exercise improves blood circulation throughout the body. For the average healthy person, suitable activities are brisk walking, recreational jogging, and swimming. It is important to speed up the heart rate and breathing! In this way, the vascular system is strengthened, which becomes more resistant to diseases. The mental state also improves.
Be optimistic
Physiologically, happiness and contentment is healthy. Heart function is affected by stress, such as extremely responsible work, unnecessary worries, etc. In addition, doctors see cases of young people who died of heart attacks because they did not have a positive attitude in life, because they were not "fighters", because they did not take the attitude that they can cope with a serious illness. In difficult situations, mature hope and maintaining a positive attitude actually increases the chances of survival.
Take a vacation
Relief from everyday tensions renews, restores the joy of living. Taking a Sunday off and going somewhere fishing, in the mountains or on a trip can do wonders. The main thing is to step away from routine work and do something that makes you happy and that you enjoy. Happiness can be as close as your garden!
Everything listed here is the recommendation of some of the most famous medical experts in the world. By accepting these tips, it is easily possible to extend your lifespan by ten to thirty years
The experts have their say, everything else is up to you.
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