The best predictor of mediocre health
What you do not do could hurt you.
You stop smoking, you use a working desk at work and these ends at the bar have been replaced byearly in the morning at the gym. The bad news? You are alwayscatch each coldYou are lethargic and the balance has not moved for months. Which give?
By cutting these vices we know are bad for us can help keep healthy, that's what we arenot This could predict our poor health. According toDr. Jennifer Stagg, a naturopathic doctor and the author ofDecompress your genes, a lack of social opportunities could hold us back on our health goals. "A surprising predictor of mediocre health is the lack of social connection," says Dr. Stagg. "Maintaining significant relationships can increase the survival of 50%."
Research conducted atThe University of Cornell suggests that our social circles become smaller. Just 29% of the topics of study reported more than two people that they could talk about important parts of their lives. Unfortunately, a lack of social connection can do more than just make you feel isolated. Dr. Stagg says that being disconnected from the others can be as harmful to health as obesity, athe lack of exercise, or heavy drinking.
Fortunately, just because you feel alone now that you want to fly solo forever. These ways of surefire to expand your social circle will take you happier and healthier in no time. Just follow these tips. And guys: If you're looking for more help in the department of friends, here's howBuild a bromance as strong as your wedding.
1 Join a local team
Kill two birds with a stone by joining a local team. Not only will you add exercise to your routine, you will also make significant connections with your teammates. A study conducted atQueen's University It even reveals that team sports can help promote better social skills.
2 Connect remotely
If you do not have time to connect in person, do it online. Research published in theActs of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America reveals that an active online social life can reduce your risk of early death.
3 Volunteer
Do good for yourself and the world by volunteering. Researchers atUniversity of Michigan I noticed that volunteers tend to live longer and that it opens a world of new friends to you too. And when you are ready to reorganize your life up and down, start with the40 changing habits to follow after 40 years!
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