LIST: Improve Your Health in Just 5 Minutes

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Correct Posture: Sitting at your desk, adjust the height of your chair so that your forearms are parallel to the floor when using a keyboard.

Tea Time: Two cups of tea a day can halve the risk of heart disease and prevent strokes.

Juice It: A glass of orange juice is the easiest way to get one of the five recommended daily servings of fruits and veggies and it's packed with vitamin C.

Deep Breaths: Deep breathing increases oxygen in the blood, calms nerves and lowers the heart rate.

Treat Your Feet: Wash your feet every day, and dry thoroughly, especially between the toes. Apply a moisturizing cream but not between the toes, because moisture leads to athlete's foot.

Stretch: If you don't stretch a muscle after a workout, it won't be able to refuel with the right nutrients, and the muscle fibers won't fall back into place.

Phone a Friend: Getting in touch with friends and family is an effective way of beating depression and can help you recover from illness sooner.

Pet Your Pet: Stroking your kitty or pooch lowers your heat rate and blood pressure, and can improve your chances of survival after a serious illness of surgery.


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