| The Top Ten Perks of Being a Health Nut
10. I weigh less than I did when I graduated from college and am in far better shape physically.
9. I can do pretty much anything I want physically. Case in point, I trained three hours of intensive tai chi the other day and was then able to follow it up with two hours of heavy lifting. I experienced minimal soreness thereafter.
8. I rarely have pain. I don't suffer from frequent headaches, knee pain, indigestion, etc...
7. I rarely get sick. I get my flu shot and wash my hands, but I primarily attribute infrequent infections to regular exercise, plenty of sleep and adequate nutrition.
6. I enjoy lots of energy. Fatigue and I rarely sit together.
5. I feel good knowing that I am taking good care of my gift from God. I consider this experience of human life a treasure and feel it is important to express my gratitude by treating my body with care.
4. I set a good example for my daughter, family, friends, and others.
3. I feel good knowing I make good choices for the future of the planet. The only meat I eat is wild caught fish. I avoid beef and pork, which requires a lot of petroleum and water and other resources to be brought to market. This is easier on the environment, as well as my arteries. I try, when possible, to select organic products from local vendors to support my community too.
2. I expect to live a long fulfilling life. By maintaining a normal weight, good eating habits and a regular exercise routine, my risks of heart and brain disease as well as cancer, dementia, osteoporosis, and a number of other unpleasant diseases is radically reduced.
1. I just plain feel good, happy, and healthy. What better perk can you ask for?
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