Most of us know that eating well and exercising is important for good health. Yet often we hear about people100 years old and older that are still vital and have not eaten perfectly or exercised much. What is the secret of their good health?
Research indicates that a major factor in good health ? more important than genes, food, or exercise ? is how we handle stress.
Our bodies are equipped with a ?fight or flight? mechanism that enables us to mobilize our strength when necessary. This mechanism allows us to fight or flee from real and present danger. However, this mechanism is also activated when we BELIEVE there is danger, even when no actual survival danger exists.
For example, it is appropriate for the fight or flight mechanism to activate if you are View the rest of this article
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