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I think the positive effects for physical exercise in cognition and hypertension are fairly well known. There are other factors like alcohol consumption and str
by peter_retief 2y ago
I think the positive effects for physical exercise in cognition and hypertension are fairly well known.
There are other factors like alcohol consumption and stress have high correlation on the downside as well.
I have a family history of alzheimer's and have hypertension so have a personal interest in looking after my mental health.
What I can recommend from personal experience is:
1) Regular exercise with a routine designed by a fitness trainer.
2) No alcohol, moderation is not an option
3) Manage your stress, some repetitive tasks I find useful, like household chores
- data-ottawa 2y agoIn your experience why is alcohol moderation not enough; Is it that the effects of a little are still significant, or that it still lives room for abuse?
- peter_retief 2y agoI found the effects of low consumption significant.
- tuyiown 2y agoGiven the focus on hypertension, I'd venture that because alcohol always increases tension, so you have to ban it if you what to avoid any kind of tension peaks.
- old_bayes 2y agoJesus, you manage stress by doing chores?
- peter_retief 2y agoGive it a try you may be surprised. It is about attitude rather than the actual task.
- noufalibrahim 2y agoYes. When a task doesn't require concentrated mental effort, it can be quite relaxing. The hands take on a life of their own and the mind can relax. Pressing clothes, shining shoes etc. An old school hobby that I think served the same purpose was whittling. I do something like that from time to time and it has a very calming effect.
- District5524 2y ago"The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted." (Obviously, I'm neither Jesus nor the OP).
- grape_surgeon 2y agoWhy is this so ridiculous? Cleaning can be meditative. Just zone out
- ramblerman 2y agoIf you find chores stressful how do you handle a high stakes situation?
- m_kos 2y agoI had a highly-educated, very intelligent girlfriend once. She loved cleaning the toilet. She said it relaxed her and she enjoyed seeing the results of her work immediately.