20 Ways to Improve Your Health in 60 Seconds or Less

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9. Look for the Silver Lining

Studies show that those who look on the bright side have stronger immune systems and healthier hearts, so the next time you are tempted to see the glass as half empty, think again and see that glass not only as half full, but as being half full of champagne!

 

10. LOL

There is a good reason why laughing out loud has been considered to be good medicine for hundreds of years: it relieves stress and mimics some of the physiological responses in the body to physical activity. OK, maybe it’s very little mimicking but WTH, go ahead and laugh out loud anyway!

 

11.  Give Out Free Hugs

No matter whether you are the giver or the receiver, hugs make you feel happy and relaxed. Science shows that it also lowers blood pressure levels and heart rates. So what are you waiting for? Hugs are free!

 

SEE ALSO: Trying to Get Healthy? 12 Top Detrimental Habits You Need to Stop Today!

 

12.  Stand Up

Numerous studies show that the more you sit on your butt, the more likely you are to die from almost anything. So get up and stand up, or walk around, pace, dance, or whatever, as long as you aren’t sitting down.

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