Dealing effectively with the pressures of life can protect you from many of the diseases that beset us. Take an adult ed class, join a good gym or find a healing arts center in your area. Make an effort to establish or deepen the close and meaningful relationships in your life. Studies have indicated that those who experience strong social support live longer. This may also include your relationship with God.
Recent studies indicate that religious practice leads to greater health and longevity.
This is especially true of work. Those workers who have a good variety of job tasks, flexible time and a strong say in decision making suffer much less from all forms of heart disease. Start redesigning your work and family systems to give you as much input as possible. It was long believed that salt was a major player in the cause of high blood pressure. Recent research throws some doubt on this belief.