10 laws for staying sick-free your whole life! Life is only 30,000 days long; not falling ill is a great fortune!

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Life lasts only 30,000 days. No matter how wealthy you are, you still have only 30,000 days to live. Money cannot buy health; if you want to stay free from illness, remember these 10 things! 1. Don’t get angry. The reason it’s listed first is that getting angry has the most serious consequences! According to the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, USA, 90% of diseases are related to mental stress. If you’re not angry, you won’t get sick; if you get sick less often, and if you don’t do stupid things, you won’t die. The onset and progression of many diseases are related to emotions. When a person is in a good mood, their pulse, breathing, blood pressure, secretion of digestive juices, and metabolism are all in a stable and coordinated state. Useful tip: If you get angry easily, massage your abdomen regularly. It can not only directly regulate disorders in the gastrointestinal system’s function, but also adjust a person’s psychological state and promote better sleep. 2. Don’t be too sad. Last year, Xu Yuyu, an 18-year-old girl from Shandong, died of heartbreak after being scammed out of a large amount of money intended for her tuition fees; it’s a tragic example of how deadly sadness can be. When a person is exposed to external stimuli, especially sudden intense emotional shocks such as hearing bad news, experiencing severe emotional trauma, or facing great fear and other serious psychological distress, the sympathetic nervous system becomes extremely active, which can place excessive strain on the heart, lead to an increased heart rate, and even cause arrhythmias. The greater the emotional trauma, the greater the potential damage to the heart, which in turn increases the risk of sudden cardiac events. Useful tip: Lu Heli, an attending physician in the Department of Psychosomatic Medicine at the Second Affiliated Hospital, suggests that when feeling sad, one should learn to talk about it. Talk to friends and family; don’t keep it to yourself. In reality, it allows emotional waste to enter the body, thereby putting stress on the internal organs. It can also be vented through appropriate means, such as exercise. 3. Don’t suppress yourself. A 20-year follow-up study at the University of Chicago in the United States compared the personality traits of those who died of cancer with those who died from other causes, and found that twice as many of the former had a depressed personality. This large-scale prospective study indicates that repression may be a risk factor for human cancer. In clinical lung cancer patients, it has been found that nearly half of them are associated with long-term emotional depression and a depressive personality. Useful tip: Learn to control and release suppressed emotions; you can use methods such as physical exercise, meditation, and silence to achieve psychological balance. 4. Avoid staying up late – Staying up late for extended periods is a major factor contributing to the high incidence of tumors. Deng Liying, chief physician of the Neurology Department at the Second Affiliated Hospital, explained that staying up late can lead to disruptions in the levels of endocrine hormones, resulting in abnormal cell metabolism. This affects the normal division of human cells, can cause mutations in those cells, and increases the risk of cancer. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has long identified night shifts as a strong carcinogenic factor; compared to those with a 9-to-5 work schedule, people who stay up late have a 24% higher risk of developing advanced tumors and a 49% higher risk of developing early-stage tumors. Useful tip: A study on the sleeping patterns of the elderly shows that as the time it takes to fall asleep increases (over 30 minutes) and sleep efficiency declines, the risk of death rises. This survey shows that the average sleep time for people over 100 years old is 9.6 hours, 8.33 hours for those aged 80–99, while those in the 60–79 age group sleep only 7.64 hours. So, don’t stay up late! Don’t stay up late! Don’t stay up late! Listen to the editor’s cries! 5. Avoid eating indiscriminately. Yu Juan, a female Ph.D. student from Fudan University who died of cancer in previous years, analyzed the reasons behind her illness; one of those reasons was poor eating habits: eating whatever she wanted (out of a desire to try new things, she ate peacocks, seagulls, whales, pufferfish, sika deer, etc.), overeating, and having a strong preference for meat. Diseases enter through the mouth; the character for cancer consists of three mouths, and many cancers arise from what we eat! For example, a preference for meat is an important risk factor for the development of colon cancer ； Excessive consumption of sweets can increase the burden on the pancreas; if the pancreas is overburdened, it may develop cancer. Useful tip: Say no to barbecues! Say no to pickled foods! To those who are obsessed with meat like it’s their life, just say no! Feng Ji, an associate chief technician in the Nutrition Department of the Second Affiliated Hospital, suggests that one should remember that a balanced diet should consist of \"two highs and one low\": high levels of vitamins and fiber, and low fat content. Vitamins come mainly from fresh fruits and vegetables, while fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. To control fat intake, it is necessary to eat less red meat such as pork, beef, and lamb, and replace it with white meats like chicken and fish. 6. Don’t take it too seriously; relatively speaking, there are certain people in cities who are particularly prone to developing cancer. Women in professions such as finance, accounting, auditing, human resources, and statistics, as well as primary and secondary school teachers. These tasks require a very serious attitude towards work, as no mistakes are allowed. This leads them to develop a habit of being meticulous, extremely cautious, suppressing their instincts, being picky, and even pursuing perfectionism. Thus, the strings of the nervous system remain constantly tense, leading to endocrine disorders; the target organs can no longer cope, and cancer develops as a result. A helpful tip: Remember this – to be healthier, one must be a bit more careless. To live longer, one must keep things simple. To be happier, one must be more casual. 7. Do not overexert yourself. People who are hardworking to the extreme in their jobs keep their stress levels high all the time, which can easily lead to overexertion. This often results in disorders in the body’s endocrine system and autonomic nervous system, preventing the body from staying healthy. Useful tip: Manage your time wisely to overcome procrastination. Life is just as important as work; if one’s mind remains under constant ‘stress’ for more than three months, it’s essential to give it a ‘long break’ and take a few days off. 8. Don’t worry too much – the child is already in their thirties and still doesn’t have a partner ； My son hasn’t been here for two months; has he lost money in business? It’s getting cold; I wonder if they have sweaters to wear ...... Some elderly people don’t have many concerns of their own, but they are always worried about their children, which often leads to a lot of stress and anxiety. The gastrointestinal tract can sense our stress and emotional changes, and prolonged negative emotions can cause disorders in gastrointestinal function. Many people who tend to worry excessively often experience problems such as abdominal pain, discomfort in the abdomen, and changes in bowel habits*. Useful tip: If the elderly person feels there are especially many things to worry about lately, it’s best to shift their focus by finding a hobby, even something as simple as learning to cook a new dish. 9. Exercise is essential. Studies have shown that people who exercise regularly live longer on average than those who do not exercise regularly. Studies show that regular physical exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, depression, and certain cancers, and it can also help maintain mental sharpness as you age. Many people complain that they don’t have time to exercise, but in fact, dedicating just 10 minutes to exercise each day, resulting in 2.5 hours of exercise per week, can also yield excellent fitness results. A helpful tip: The elderly might consider choosing some exercises suitable for them, such as walking, practicing Tai Chi, or taking walks around the neighborhood when they have time – it’s better than staying stuck on the sofa all the time. 10. One should not be too lonely; elderly people who are lonely and helpless are prone to depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and cardiovascular diseases. Harmonious and mutually supportive interactions among people, along with their positive emotions and signals, are beneficial for maintaining cardiovascular function. Heart disease patients who have company around them can receive assistance from others in the event of a sudden heart attack, which provides them with psychological support and comfort. Living together in a group is not limited to spouses; as long as one is not lonely, it is beneficial for the heart. A helpful tip: It’s fine to spend more time chatting with neighbors and friends who share your interests; don’t stay at home all the time. Some elderly people are reluctant to socialize and interact with others; they might consider keeping a pet, engaging in activities related to flowers, birds, insects, and fish, or appreciating famous paintings and sculptures. This can not only enhance the enjoyment of life but also help stabilize blood pressure or reduce high blood pressure. Life is but 30,000 days long; take success and failure in stride, ignore right and wrong, grudges and favors. Health and happiness are what truly matter!