A Healthy Lifestyle December 2013 | Page 4

Exercise can provide you with a stronger immunity as it enhances one's immune system as well as decreases the risk of developing dangerous diseases such as heart diseases and uncurable ones such as cancer. Also, becoming more active and alive can lower one's blood pressure by as much as 4 to 9 mm Hg. This equals the reduction in blood pressure found in antihypertensive medications- only that its natural! Physical activity can also boost your levels of beneficial cholestrol. All in all, physical activity prolongs your optimal health. Conversely, if you live without regular physical activity and exercise, your body will slowly and quietly lose its strength, stamina, and the ability to function well and healthily. Its been shown that for every hour of regular exercise one could get, one will gain an approximate two hours of additional life expectancy, even if you dont start until your middle age. So, no

excuses on how late you are to engage in physical activity.

Moderate exercise, such as brisk walking for as little a duration as 30 minutes a day has been proven to provide you with the following health benefits:

- Improving your blood circulation, which in turn lessens the risk of heart disease

- Keeps your weight under control even in the longterm

- Helps in the battle of you trying to quit smoking if you are

- Prevents and manages high blood pressure

- Prevents bone loss and breaking

- Boost energy level to keep you feeling alive

- Helps manage stress

- Releases tension

- Promotes enthusiasm, optimism and passion

- Counters anxiety and depression as it enduces your happy hormones

- Helps you fall asleep faster and more soundly