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11. Yoga

The practice of Yoga is actually a spiritual practice.  However, with the many benefits received it has quickly become a popular choice to thousands of people strictly for health.  Yoga helps stretch out muscles and ligaments, tone the body, and the greatest benefit is that it helps to clear the mind.  Having a clear mind works toward a healthy body.

12. Stop Smoking

You have probably heard this more times, than you can count but facts are facts!  There is no other way to say it – smoking is not only bad for your health, it is deadly!  One woman in her late thirties had smoked for 10 years.  She had tried everything from watering down her cigarettes, throwing them away, wearing a patch, chewing gum, you name it, she tried it.  She really wanted to quit but the addiction was so strong she was finding it impossible. 

The mother of an 11-year old daughter and a 13-year old son, she was taken by surprise when something happened that made her quit smoking in one day.  Her son told her that he had something very important to tell her.  With a quick response of, “Okay, what is it?” he said, “No, I really need to talk to you.”  She knew by the look on his face and the tone of his voice that this was something important.  Her son looked her square in the face and without wavering said, “I want you to quit smoking because I don’t want you to die.  I want a mother in my life.”  With that, she walked over to an ashtray, put out her cigarette, and now almost seven years later, she still does not smoke.  While this will not work for everyone, the next time you pick up a cigarette; take a minute to consider how your child or family would feel if you were no longer around.

13. Mixing Medications

Many people do not realize how dangerous mixing medications can be.  In fact, some combinations are lethal.  If you are on medication, make sure your physician knows everything you take, including herbs and supplements.  To take it one-step further, when you have a new prescription filled, ask the pharmacist if there are any bad interactions with your other current medication.

14. Drink Wisely

There is nothing wrong with a couple of social drinks or a glass of wine or beer with dinner, but if you drink, you need to be wise.  First, if you drink to the point of being drunk, keep in mind that you are causing damage to your liver.  Second, if you drink, NEVER drink and drive.

15. Young at Heart

Regardless of your age, if you start acting too old, you will actually not benefit yourself at all.  Studies have shown that people who act old, feel old, and can actually suffer from problems before their time.  Do not be afraid to be youthful, within reason.  The next time you see a man in his seventies running a marathon or a woman keeping up in aerobic class, you can see that by refusing to give into age, they are healthier and live much longer lives.

16. Regular Checkups

It is crucial that you have regular checkups, which could include mammograms, pap smears, checks for colon cancer, EKGs, etc.  Many times, a regular checkup could have caught something earlier on, actually saving a life.  If you do not feel good, have your doctor check things out.  If you are due for your annual mammogram, have it done.  You could possibly be saving your own life.

17. Cholesterol Levels

High cholesterol leads to hardening of arteries, which in turn, leads to heart disease or attack.  Keep your intake of food healthy, limit the amount of sugar you eat, and have your cholesterol checked.  If it is higher than 200, ask your doctor for ways to reduce it.

18. Meditate

Find some time away from noise and distractions for you.  Meditation can come in many forms.  Whatever way you meditate, ensure that you are in a quiet place with soft lighting, sit with good posture and in a comfortable position, practice slow, rhythmic breathing, and concentrate on something calm and relaxing.  Meditation is a great stress reducer, which is vital for good health.