How to live to be 100

I read an interesting book titled 'How to Stop your Doctor from Killing You'  by Vernon Coleman. Sounds cynical but there were some interesting points. Here are tips author says will increase your life expectancy.

1. People who live long are early risers

2. Be careful not to eat too much as it puts a strain on your body

3. Dream as it helps to relax and make you feel good

4. Drink alchohol in moderation

5. Don't dwell on the past

6. Be as independent as you can be. The more you can control your destiny the healthier you will be

7. Take as few pills as you can

8. Don't worry

9. Do not smoke

10. Avoid sugar rich and fatty food

11. Eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables

12. Find a hobby you really enjoy

13. Share your emotions with people who are closest to you

14. Exercise three times a week

15. Spend half a day a week being selfish and make sure you have plenty of fun in your life. If you see life as an adventure you will live longer

16. Drink plenty of fluids

17. Do something physical whenever you feel angry. Let it out!

18. Keep a diary

19. If you drink tea or coffee, drink it fairly weak.

20. Make an effort to look after your appearance. Cheerful clothes and looking good improve the way you feel.

21. Try to be selective about your TV watching so you don't waste time

22. Never underestimate the power of your mind. Your mind can make you ill but can make you well again.

23. Learn to listen to your body by increasing awareness of it

24. Never hand over your health, your body and your life to doctors. Make sure you retain control

25. Learn to adapt. This is a survival skill

26. Be prepared to say 'No" when saying "Yes" will put you under unnecessary stress or make you resentful.

27. Breathe clean air.

28. Learn simple exercises to calm your body like deep breathing.