10 Things That Can Actually Increase Your Lifespan
1. Research has found that optimistic people tend
to act in healthier ways than those who are
negative.
2. Long-term smokers live, on average, 14 years
less than non-smokers.
3. When you floss, you rid your mouth of bacteria
that can cause inflammation in the gums. This
inflammation can travel to the heart, leading to
heart disease.
4. The danger, stress and sleep deprivation that
results from working in the line of duty decreases
the average police officer’s life span by 8 years.
5. Contrary to common sense, drinking alcohol has
been shown to increase life span. This may be
because alcohol can serve to help strengthen social
networks, which are important for maintaining
mental and physical health.
6. Women live an average of 10 years longer than
men. This is due to environmental reasons, genetic
reasons and a tendency for males to be more
competitive and aggressive in nature. Such
behavior increases chances of death due to
violence, accidents and risk-taking.
7. Having frequent sex helps relieve stress and
improve sleep. It also boosts immunity and serves
as a form of exercise.
8. Married individuals have been shown to be more
likely to avoid risks and seek out a more stable
lifestyle.
9. Sitting 6+ hours per day makes you up to 40
percent likelier to die within 15 years than someone
who sits less than three hours a day. This is true
even if you exercise.
10. The simple act of petting a dog or cat has the
ability to reduce stress and blood pressure. Pet
owners have also been shown to be less likely to
suffer from depression.

True talk... Many NLs need this