Rock-Stars-of-Aging-by-Marc-Middleton
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<strong>Rock</strong>s <strong>Stars</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Aging</strong><br />
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HEALTH, FITNESS AND NUTRITION<br />
25: Centenarians Have Dogs<br />
“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his<br />
life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last<br />
beat <strong>of</strong> his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy <strong>of</strong> such devotion.” --<br />
Unknown<br />
Centenarians have an affinity for dogs. Everyone wants to feel<br />
needed and loved and nothing seems to make the really old feel<br />
more <strong>of</strong> both than a loyal and loving dog. It has been proven<br />
numerous times that having a dog around helps reduce stress,<br />
increase happiness, reduce bone loss, decrease blood pressure and<br />
lower cholesterol.<br />
Also, the daily morning walk with your pooch is a great way to start<br />
the day, providing both mental stimulation and beneficial exercise.<br />
<strong>Rock</strong> <strong>Stars</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Aging</strong><br />
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