My patients are among my best teachers. They've taught me how to
communicate clearly—and how to live a better life. On The Dr. Oz Show,
I've seen that once people are emotionally involved, change happens
quickly, especially if they feel that their behavior is letting loved
ones down. Large-scale change seems daunting. We want simple routines
that we can automatically follow. Adopt some of the steps here, which
anyone can do, and you will like your life more in just a couple of
weeks. And you'll live longer. Try them—they work for me.
ROTF, LMAO
Laughing not only eases stress, promotes social bonding, and lowers
blood pressure, it may also boost your immune system. So bring some
humor into your life, whether it's through friends or even a new TV show
(preferably mine).
Women's Health Tip
Besides laughing, certain foods have been proven to soothe stress and
can counteract the damage that chronic pressure does to your bod. Stock up on these eats and beat down stress for good.
Don't Skip Breakfast
Fiber in the morning means less hunger late in the afternoon, when
you're most likely to feel tired and gorge yourself on sugar. My morning
dose comes from steel-cut oatmeal, usually mixed with raisins, walnuts,
and flaxseed oil. An early start on eating also keeps your metabolism
more active throughout the day; breakfast eaters are thinner than people
who just rush out the door.
Women's Health Tip
Need a new recipe? Try one of these eight healthy oatmeal mix ins for an instant breakfast upgrade.
Hit the Sack
Conan and Dave are funny, but they're not worth the strain on your
system. Seven hours of sleep a night not only helps you live longer, but
also lowers your stress, sharpens your memory, and reduces cravings for
pants-splitting foods. Set a bedtime and stick to it. My target is
10:30 p.m. I record the late shows and then watch them the next day as I
pedal a stationary bike.
Women's Health Tip
Are you sabotaging your sleep? Test your bedtime knowledge with our quiz to see if you're actually getting the z's you need.
Admire Your Work
Don't be so trigger-happy with the flusher. Turn around and take a look
at your poop, which speaks volumes about your gut and overall health.
Poop should be smooth and S-shaped, like your colon. If it comes out too
lumpy, or drops into the bowl like marbles, you're constipated.
Increase your fiber and water intake. This happens to me when I travel,
so I fiber-load before a trip to avoid getting irritable.
Women's Health Tip
You don't need Metamucil—here are 30 great-tasting ways to add fiber to your diet.
Don't Pamper Your Bad Back
Even if you're hunched over in agony, taking to your bed will only make a
bad back worse. The latest research shows that bed rest weakens back
muscles and prolongs the suffering. Married men may suffer more than
single men because of all the pampering. I used to love milking the care
from Lisa, but the best solution is to get up, take a pain reliever,
and be a soldier.
Women's Health Tip
Try these safe and simple yoga moves to prevent and relieve back pain.
Taste the Colors
Foods with bright, rich colors are more than just nice to look at.
They're also packed with flavonoids and carotenoids, powerful compounds
that bind the damaging free radicals in your body, lowering
inflammation. (Sadly, skittles do not count.) Eat nine fistfuls of
colorful fruits and vegetables each day and you'll reap the benefits
without having to give up other foods. Whenever I shop the produce
aisle, I'm reminded that these foods are often more powerful than the
drugs sold in pharmacies. My favorites are arugula and blueberries.
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