40 Interesting Facts About Health

 

  1. Humans can use the sun's rays as a source of energy to make ATP.
  2. Chronic sitting and sedentary lifestyle (8+ hours per day) is more dangerous than smoking
  3. Granite stone emits a small amount of radiation that may promote longevity, as seen on the blue zones island of Icaria, Greece. 
  4. Laughing is a natural mood booster, pain killer, and longevity booster. 
  5. Dopamine and achieving goals increases testosterone
  6. Castor oil is possibly the world's oldest, most versatile health remedy 
  7. Honey has antibacterial properties and can last thousands of years without spoiling. 
  8. Many illegal drugs, like heroin, were sold OTC 100 years ago for their "health benefits". 
  9. Small amount of TV watching is linked to a health increase, whereas large amounts linked to poorer health
  10. The healthiest form of alcohol is probably Kvass, a beet juice "wine", or Kombucha 
  11. Pet owners live longer than non pet owners
  12. Women who smoke and sunbathe love longer than women who don't smoke and don't sunbathe
  13. Reading a book helps control stress and anxiety
  14. Keeping and making friends boosts immune function 
  15. Some of the benefits of meditation can last a lifetime, like stress control
  16. 65 F is an ideal sleeping temp
  17. Muscle is 3x better at burning calories than fat.
  18. Exercise keeps your DNA healthy
  19. Staying hydrated is more important than consuming calories for energy
  20. Indoor air pollution can be worse than outside air pollution (cooking, fragrances, exhaust, etc.)
  21. Walking barefoot improves health through “earth grounding” 
  22. Sleep is just as important for health as food and water
  23. Generally, the more colorful the veggie, the healthier it is
  24. Aerobic exercises can boost mood
  25. Exercise can improve your IQ
  26. Children who play more have better brains when they get old
  27. Writing things down helps you remember them more
  28. Eating protein fights fatigue better than sugar
  29. More than 30% of the world is obese or overweight
  30. Recovery is just as important as working out
  31. Staying health saves you money 
  32. Eating something bitter can help stop food cravings
  33. BCAA’s can shrink your muscles
  34. There a some chemicals and toxins that stay in your body forever
  35. Varying your diet helps you live longer
  36. Omega 6 fats in peanut butter can give you the munchies
  37. Having a routine helps you better meet your health goals
  38. Most isolated and synthesized dietary supplements are ineffective 
  39. Caffeine is classified as a psychoactive drug 
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