A More Active Lifestyle Lowers the Risk of Death

This NOT new news - the more active you are, the healthier you are.  Most recently I posted an article about decreased rates of dementia in people who exercise.  Another study published recently in the British Medical Journal looked at activity and how it correlates to the risks of death.  The researchers found in people who are more active, the risk of death from cardiovascular events is reduced 29%!  Even the chance of dying due to cancer drops 11%!

How much exercise do you need? 

The ultimate goal of exercise is either 2 and 1/2 hours of moderate exercise, or 1 and 1/2 hours of vigorous exercise (these are the minimums).  Said another way, this is about 20 minutes of daily walking.  Of course - you can always do MORE!

>>Read the summary here on MedicalNewsToday.com

>> Read the original article here.

6 Ways to Reduce the Chance of Dementia

We are learning more and more about how to prevent dementia as we age.  More than issues with our joints, or cardiovascular system, most people fear the deterioration of their mind as they age.  Here are the 6 things recommended by Caroline Muggia to slow dementia (Read the original article here):

1. Get regular exercise
2. Stop smoking
3. Avoid heavy alcohol consumption
4. Keep your weight under control
5. Eat a healthy diet
6. Control your risk factors (blood sugar / glucose / blood pressure)

In addition to those things mentioned above, other experts have recommended constantly learning new tasks, reading books that make you laugh, and meditation ... as proven ways to slow down dementia.