Tuesday, 14 November 2017
HEALTH BENEFITS WHEN YOU TRAVEL
SEVEN HEALTH
BENEFITS OF TRAVELING
Traveling, is usually seen as a
refreshing way to break free of our daily routines but did you know that it can
actually keep our brains and bodies healthier?
There are numerous studies that have
revealed the fact that traveling lowers the risk of heart attack and death from
coronary diseases in certain groups. And with the new and complex situations
one encounters while traveling, can help keep the brain sharp and active.
1. Travel decreases the chance of heart diseases
In one of the longest running study
of cardiovascular diseases done by the Framingham Heart Study, it is revealed
that both men and women who don’t travel frequently are more likely to develop
or suffer from heart attack or disease compared to the people who do.In another
study sponsored by the US National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, showed
that the men who took vacations were 32 per cent less likely to suffer from
heart disease.
2. Travel helps aging in a
healthy way
Who likes to get old? That’s right,
nobody! It is the drastic deterioration of your physical and mental state that
has turned the process of aging so very unpopular. But what if we were to say
that if you travel frequently, this process won’t take a toll on you? Yes, in a
study by the Brain Health Center, Inc. it is revealed to us that travel helps
promote brain health and resilience throughout your life.
3. Travel reduces stress levels and depression
This is probably one of the most the
most widely known benefits of travel since it has been found highly effective
in treating depression and stress levels. University of Pittsburgh’s Mind &
Body Center determined that taking vacation causes positive emotional levels.
There are various other studies as well that has shown a drastic drop in stress
levels for employees in corporate house
4. Travel helps
you get back in shape
While some may not describe holidays
as an opportunity to escalate their fitness routine, travelers are bound to be
more active than sitting in an office chair all day. Without even realizing
you’ll end up walking ten miles on a sightseeing day in Europe or just visiting
Disney World. Besides, trekking or hiking are just part of your trip to any
hill station. No wonder, fitness has become something that the travel industry
likes to capitalize in indulging travelers to embrace a healthy lifestyle.
5. Travel uplifts mood
Now if you’ve been glum for a while,
all you need to do is pack up your bags and head out. It is guaranteed that
that travel will uplift your mood in an instant.
In a survey done in 2014 conducted
by Diamond Resorts International found that over three-quarters respondents
reported feeling happier when they planned a trip at least once a year.
Besides, there are studies that show reminiscing about pleasant vacation
memories may trigger happiness long after your trip.
6. Travel helps you in getting better sleep
High-stress levels with little sleep
lead to irritability but are close to inevitable in this fast paced world.
However, travel helps in beating these negative consequences on your cognitive
performance and efficiency. Max Hirshkowitz, chairman of the board of the
National Sleep Foundation (it’s real thing, look it up!) says that vacation is
a great opportunity to catch up on some sound sleep.
7. Travel makes you active and increases blood circulation
Whether you’re basking at the beach,
swimming in the sea, strolling the streets of a historic city or riding a
subway- you’re constantly doing something. You’ll not be sitting in front of
your television or glaring into your computer which is healthy itself to begin
with. As you walk out in the rejuvenating sunlight your desire to experience
your destination will motivate you to be active and you’ll be on your toes.
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