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Some of you may have already caught this article, but for those who have not you'll probably learn something interesting in doing so.

http://tinyurl.com/yfe52j

Ever since my Dad died, (without any warning signs I might add) a few years ago from a heart attack I have been ever more interested in what I can do to extend my term in this world. I don't know about you but I intend to live a long and healthy life so advice like this I always find interesting.

You see, my family has a rather unsettlingly short life expectancy on the male side. My Grandfather died early, my Uncle had a triple heart bypass that kept him going a few more years before he died early and then my Dad without warning had the same happen to him. When a pattern starts to emerge you have to wonder if there is a way to break the genetic cycle or at least control it better. A couple of factors I have in my favor from the start are that I don't smoke, like eating fish and vegetables, I have a regular drink (not to excess very often) and get more exercise than they did (yes I could do more and intend to!). Thankfully I have Lea looking out for me, and she being the wonderful chef that she is, is keeping our diet well-balanced and tasty!

Even if you don't have the genetic cards stacked against, it's a very worthy read for all of us. If I were a betting man I'd lay money on the fact that everyone would learn something new!