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Gum tissues are common sites for inflammation, which can increase the risk of cardiovascular
disease and stroke. Flossing regularly is vital because it removes the bacteria that cause that
inflammation.
The key is to pick up a book more often, take up crosswords and play brain teasers. Such actions
can lower your risk for Alzheimer's by nearly a third.
According to research in the British Medical Journal, a daily handful of dark chocolate and
almonds, plus fruits, vegetables, and even a glass of wine, can increase a woman's lifespan by 4.8
years and a man's by 6.6 years. The foods are rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory omega-3
fatty acids, fiber and other nutrients that can lower your heart disease risk by 76 percent.
When it comes to veggies, raw is the key word because cooking can deplete up to 30 percent of
the antioxidants in vegetables. Italian researchers found that eating as little as 1 cup of raw
vegetables daily can add two years to your life.