Want to Live Longer? Optimism is the Key

Researchers have found that individuals with greater optimism are more likely to live longer and achieve “exceptional longevity”.

“While research has identified many risk factors for diseases and premature death, we know relatively less about positive psychosocial factors that can promote healthy aging,” said an Asst. Prof. pf psychology.

“This study has strong public health relevance because it suggests that optimism is one such psychological asset that has the potential to extend the human lifespan. Interestingly, optimism may be modifiable using relatively simple techniques or therapies,” the Prof. added.

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The study, was based on 69,744 women and 1,429 men. Both groups completed survey measures to assess their level of optimism, as well as their overall health and health habits such as diet, smoking and alcohol use.

Women were followed for 10 years, while men were followed for 30 years.

When individuals were compared based on their initial levels of optimism, the researchers found that the most optimistic men and women demonstrated, on average, an 11 to 15 percent longer lifespan, and had 50-70 percent greater odds of reaching the age of 85 compared to the least optimistic groups.

The results were maintained after accounting for age, demographic factors such as educational attainment, chronic diseases, depression and also health behaviors, such as alcohol use, exercise, diet and primary care visits. “However, exactly why optimistic people appear to live longer is still up for debate,” he said.

Easy Exercises to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Prevention is better than cure. It is very true for carpal tunnel.This terribly painful and disabling condition affects 5% of the population and is very difficult to treat. Anyone, but particularly office workers, artists and manufacture workers can be affected by the condition. 
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve (the nerve connecting the wrist and the palm, see diagram below) is compressed as a result of friction or inflammation.  

Exercise 1: Flex and Extend

Step 1. Hold your arm straight in front of you, palms of facing down.
Step 2. Flex your wrist down so that the fingers point down. Use the other hand to increase the stretch.
Step 3. Hold for 15-30 seconds.
Step 4. Relax and extend the fingers.
Step 5. Now do the same in the other direction. Bend your wrist up so that your fingers are directed towards the sky, using your other hand to enhance the stretch.
Step 6. Hold for 15-30 seconds.
Step 7. Relax and extend the fingers.
Repeat 10 times. You can repeat the exercise up to 3 times a day.

Exercise 2: Tendon Workout

Step 1. Bend your elbow, but keep your wrist straight, your fingers together and pointing up, and your thumb relaxed.
Step 2. Curl your fingers in making an exaggerated fist, so that the fingertips touch the inside of palm.
Step 3. Straighten the fingers and make your hand into an L-shape.
Step 4. Fold your fingers with straight fingers, now making a flat fist with your thumb now tucked in.
Repeat 10 times, up to 2-3 times a day.
 

Exercise 3: Wrist Resistance Exercise

Step 1. Sit down at a table.
Step 2. Rest your left arm at the table, elbow bent, palm facing down.
Step 3. Put your right hand across the knuckles of the left hand at a 90-degree angle (your hands make a plus sign).
Step 4. Lift your bottom hand up, but keep it steady with your top hand.
Repeat a few times a day.

Some tips for carpal tunnel in the next post.

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