Tips for Living Longer

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There is some truth to the phrase “laughter is the best medicine”. Some days, you may feel that there is nothing to laugh about. This is just when you need a dose of comic relief. Laughing makes you feel better, can reduce stress and tension and lower your blood pressure.

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Article by Maryanne Gromisch

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“Genes load the gun, environment pulls the trigger,” states Francis S. Collins, M.D., PhD, Director of the National Institutes of Health. What is the secret to longevity? For the first time, research indicates that there are specific genetic variations that can provide a person with an usually long life. However, the importance of a healthy lifestyle and environmental factors should not be overlooked. Here are ten resolutions that you should keep if you want to live longer.