During childhood, most experience shame and guilt as a result of not meeting an adult’s expectation, often our parents. We all know how that feels. We never considered as children and probably not as adults the impact these emotions might have on our bodies.
You’re only as old as you feel, or so the saying goes. Now, research suggests that a simple memory test can have a noticeable impact on just how old some older adults feel, aging them about five years in the span of five minutes.
Feeling that you have a sense of purpose in life may help you live longer, no matter what your age, according to research published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.
Turns out, feeling younger than your actual age might be good for you.
Do you have a sense of purpose or are you wandering through your life without direction? Does either affect your health?
A recent government survey found more Americans of all ages are using these techniques to improve their health and well-being.
Inflammation is a leading contributor to the development of all diseases: from life’s daily aches and pains, colds, flu, infections, muscles injuries, joint pain to cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, heart disease, depression, anxiety, Parkinson’s, ulcerative colitis, etc., and the vast majority of all disorders.
Your body naturally produces anti-inflammatory chemicals to counter this process, as does a healthy diet. A recent study, found a unique source of anti-inflammatory chemicals.
Is there a benefit to an afternoon siesta? Can a short nap help relieve stress and improve immune system functioning?