WHAT WORKS:
Dr. Oz’ 25 Greatest Men’s Health Tips
by Dr. Mehmet Oz
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atients are among my best teachers. They’ve taught me how to communi- cate clearly—and how to live a better
life. On The Dr. Oz Show, I’ve learned 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
described here, which work for me and that anyone can do, and you will like your life more in just a couple of weeks. Plus, you’ll live longer.
1: Roll on the
Floor Laughing
Laughing not only eases stress, pro- motes social bonding and lowers blood pressure; it may also boost your im-
mune system. So bring some hu- mor into your life, whether it’s through friends, a television show or something else that tickles your funny bone.
2: Don’t Skip Breakfast
Eating fiber in the morning means less hunger late in the afternoon, when you’re most likely to feel
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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.
3: Hit the Sack
Jay 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, it also low- ers your stress, sharp- ens 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.
4: 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 constipat- ed; increase your fiber and water intake.
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