Sunday, January 22, 2012

5 Benefits of Having Many Friends For Health

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Blessed are you who have many friends and companions. The reason, several recent studies found evidence that enjoy an active social life can improve overall health.

Scientists believe that spending time with friends or companions will make life more healthy both mentally and physically. The following are 5 (five) scientific reasons which show the influence of the presence of a friend to the person's health:

1) Reducing the Dementia Risk
Have a very active social life may reduce Alzheimer's disease risk by 70 percent, according to new findings published in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society.

2) Make You Stay Fit
Recent research from Australian researchers published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that the friend or friends have a direct influence on the level of physical activity and eating habits.

3) Sharpen Your Brain
Establish good communication with friends via instant messaging or social networking media will push your cognitive function. It is like solving a crossword puzzle, according to a study conducted by experts from the University of Michigan, USA.

4) Improving Health is Much Better
Having a relationship of mutual support can delay the aging process. Recent research from Brandeis University found that strong social networks - especially when combined with physical exercise - could delay the decline in health until ten years.

5) Living Longer
Strong relationships with friends and family can improve your chances for survival of about 50 percent, according to new research scientists from Brigham Young University.

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