3 Simple Ways to Improve Your Health

There are ways to improve your health that dont involve hours at the gym or eating bean curds. New research finds that happy people are 60% more likely to benefit from overall wellness than people who are depressed or stressed-out. Here are 3 Simple Tips for Improving your health.

• 1. Yes it sounds corny but - Look at pictures of puppies or kittens. A Duke University study found that our brains are subconsciously wired to mimic the personality traits of what we see. So when we see puppies and kitten all carefree and cute, it lifts our spirits. Being around upbeat people can also cue your brain to pump out feel-good hormones.
  
• 2. Go bargain hunting. Research by neuroscientist Dr. David Lewis found that shopping increases our happiness levels the most when we’re bargain hunting. In fact, scoring a great deal produces such a powerful surge of mood boosting endorphins, it’s as much of a euphoric thrill as sky diving!
  
• 3. Have a hot cocoa chaser after your workout. Exercise can ward of depression – but you can maximize those effects by sipping cocoa afterward. That’s because cocoa contains a natural chemical that helps grow new nerve cells in the part of your brain responsible for memory. The power of exercise to boost your mood is intensified when these new nerve cells are present.