Article on Love, Friendship, and Health

The article: Why Love Heals: How Friendships Keep You Healthy
By Chris Crowley and Henry S. Lodge, MD

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http://boomers.msn.com/articleLHJ.aspx?cp-documentid=376471
Excerpt:
" Hundreds of research studies confirm that isolation hurts us and connection heals us through the same physical mechanisms as exercise and healthy diet. Blood vessels are measurably more elastic, the heart's ability to respond to extraordinary demands is higher, cardiac inflammatory protein levels are lower, and blood pressure response to exercise is better in more connected people. Their stress-hormone blood profiles are also measurably healthier than those of isolated people."
If we surround ourselves with negative people, then we are more likely to be in a negative mood too. On the contrary, if we have a positive social network with successful, healthy, and happy friends then we fair better mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually as well. With a strong social network we are able to cope with difficult and stressful situations that arise. Having friends that enjoy doing positive activities and hobbies will keep you on the right track.
More proof that having friends that are optimistic and supportive can make all the difference. Can you think of someone specifically that has changed your outlook on a problem to help you solve and/or deal with it? Making new friends can change your life and help you break negative habits. Are you stuck in a rutt with your workout and or love life? check out www.exercisedate.com
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